Student Services

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Full-time counsellors offer a variety of services. To book an appointment with a counsellor please call 403-777-7971 extension 2272 or email gawillamson@cbe.ab.ca.

Organizational Skills

Organizational skills are essential to success in an online learning environment.  If students do not possess those skills now, we hope that they will build them as they begin their work with us online. Some of the following suggestions may help:

  • The student workspace should be in a place in the house that is away from daily distractions.
  • If other family members use this workspace, it should be clear that the student’s work materials are not to be touched or moved and the workspace cleaned off.
  • Keep a weekly calendar/whiteboard/table/agenda at the workstation and:
    • Each Sunday evening or Monday morning, look through each course and calendar and write the priorities for the week on the weekly agenda.
      • For example, record all of the Elluminate sessions that must be attended; all assignments that are due on which days; or tests/quizzes that must be taken.
      • Include other personal commitments as well such as weekly swimming lessons, or music lessons, etc.
    • Keep a regular schedule. Set your alarm clock to go off at the same time each day. This is healthier for your body and will foster good daily habits.
  • Take breaks during the day. It is very important for you to get up and move regularly. Take your dog for a walk, stretch, do a PE activity. It is also important for your eyes to have a break from the computer monitor. Don’t forget to come back to work!
  • Keep your work area tidy. Work on one project/course at a time.
  • Run a weekly virus / spyware scan on your computer.
  • If you have any questions, ask them immediately. Don’t wait as it could put you behind in your assignment completion. The teachers are there to help you through your work. Don’t be afraid to ask questions as you need to.
  • Keep a positive attitude.

Technology Preparation

  • Students are responsible for their own computers. In the event that your computer breaks down during the semester, have an alternate plan. For example, you might use a computer in an open lab at CBe-learn, use a friend or relative's computer, or go to the public library.
  • You will learn more about preparing your machine in the Introduction to Online Learning course.