Before you sign up for an online course you should answer the question: Is online learning for you? ------------------------------------------------------------------------         Through this series of tutorials, we will help you get ready to take an online course. Three tutorials are available for you to explore.  The links to these three tutorials can be found below as well as in the button bar above. Online Learning This tutorial provides an overall orientation to the concept of online learning.  The tutorial helps you decide if taking an online course is appropriate for you and suggests why you should consider taking an online course. Computer and Computer Skill Requirements This tutorial provides information about the basic computer hardware and software required to take an online course at St. Gabriel Cyber School.  This tutorial also identifies the basic computer skills you need in order to be a successful online learner. Learning to Learn Online / Online Study Skills This tutorial will show you how to orient yourself to an unfamiliar online course and help you assess your strengths and weaknesses as a learner. The tutorial will also provide practical information about how to improve your time management skills, how to set learning goals to motivate yourself to study, how to read and review course material, and how to communicate effectively in an online course.