Just had a thread last week that said “I’m not going to be a loser anymore”. haha
Anyway, here’s the deal: I’m taking 2 classes (6 hours) starting yesterday for the summer semester. This is the first time I’ve been in school since 1998. The classes are internet classes, which I’m finding out are actually a little bit HARDER than a normal class. There are tons of writings, and assignments that have to be turned in, or posted, weekly so that the teacher can make sure you are participating.
Anyway, this art class that I’m taking has a gob of comparative essays due already by next week. The sociology class has 4 writings a week also.
I just found out that 6 hours for the summer is actually considered full time. I only applied for aid as a part time student. So I could actually drop one of the classes, and still be a part time student.
I will just be kind of disappointed in myself that I’m already dropping a class. Plus, I think I’ll still have to pay for about 20% of the art class, and I’m stuck with the $70 book.
I THINK it’s worth it, though, because I’d rather get an A in sociology, than a C in sociology and art. Does that make sense?
In the fall, I’m taking 2 classes, but they are the kind where you actually report to the classroom. (And they will not be on a compressed schedule).
Sorry to ramble on. I guess I was just looking for some reassurance that I’m not making a mistake. haha What do you all think?
Hey Breezy! So how compressed is your schedule? My classes are one per month – and that’s full time. How far along in each class are you?
Yes, online classes can actually be more difficult because it takes longer to digest and process the information as you’re having to learn it on your own, and you’re bound to make a few more mistakes, but I think that if you can get through both classes with a decent grade it will be worth it to you (especially if you’re still going to have to pay for one class).
However, if your schedule is as compressed as mine, I can see how it would be nearly impossible! Trying to go over a whole month’s worth of study in a week can be nerve-wracking! I’ve got sometimes 5 or 6 chapters, two or three essays, a couple assignments and a couple threaded discussions to post to each week!
Well, whatever your decision, you’re not a loser 
It takes a lot just to get the determination, discipline and drive to go back to school, so you’ll come out a winner either way.
Best of luck to you in your studies!
I’m just too busy with working full time, to try and do both at once, I think.
I just feel bad that I"m already dropping a class.
Yesterday was the first day of classes, so I don’t really think I will have to pay much for the course I’m dropping… I just wasn’t thinking about the summer semester being compressed when I signed on for both courses. I was looking at it like a regular semester where 6 hours is part time, and 12 is full time. So I took 6 hours, not realizing that in the summer 6 hours is considered full time!
I suck at all this school jargon. I think I’ve called the campus like 50 times since I applied. haha That’s not even COUNTING how many times I’ve harassed the financial aid guy, trying to figure out that end of going back! AND, I’m going to have to call him again today, too, to make sure dropping this class will not effect my ability to get aid in the fall.
I think I need to hire somebody who’s job is to do all my dirt work. haha Does the gov’t provide aid for THAT? haha
You’re screwed! You might as well lay down in the gutter right now and wait to die! Just kidding. Go for the A! You’re not a loser for dropping a class.
Heck, I took 6 years to get a 2-year degree. I dropped classes and even failed one once. No biggie - do what you feel works best for you and you’re probably doing the right thing.
Especially since you’re just getting back in the swing of things, you’re probably better off not trying to overdo – you don’t want to get too discouraged upfront. (The money for the textbook may not be wasted – if you take the class later from the same teacher, he or she will probably be using the same book, so you may want to just hold on to that.)
We still love ya, Breezy, and we’re still proud.
Breezy, your logic makes total sense.
You’re right – Correspondence and Internet courses are much harder than “regular” classes.
You’re smart to want to get an ‘A’ in one course instead of a ‘C’ in two.
You’re wise to lighten up your load in the summer.
And 20% is a small price to pay for figuring all that out.
A (kind of) loser wouldn’t take any class.