Online Classes

When you are out of work for long periods of time, It's important to work on any skills that might be weak.  I learned a long time ago to pay attention to any criticisms  people may have of me.  I don't always believe them but I will listen.  A good way to deal with any skills that may be lacking is to take classes to improve them.  The local library here has computer classes for free.  http://www.wicomicolibrary.org/  Check with your own local library to see what they offer.  Some senior centers and Goodwill offices may offer classes either free or at a small fee.  Check out your local Job market or employment agency too.

When I can get the money, I like to take online classes.  My favorite place to go is http://www.edtogo.com/.  It has a lot of classes that interest me.  They cost around $100. 00 per class but you are investing in yourself.  Online classes are convienient.  No one cares what you look like or if you are eating in front of the computer.  But I am challenged by them as well.  I am an educated person with a Maters degree in post secondary education.  I am no stranger to a classroom be it teaching in one or being a student.  My brain does not seem to be geared towards the virtual classroom.  I like having different things to do during my day so stopping for however long it takes for me to read the instuctors lessons, assignments and comments can be quite difficult for me.  I spoke about this to a local professor.  She told me that you must treat an online class like any other class. If the insructor posts his or her lesson, you have to decide what day and time your going to read that lesson and stick to it!  I'm going to try her advice on the next class I take.  I am looking into if I should do my own consulting on disability issues.  I have a business card all done.  The picture above is a scan of my card.