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The article “Preparing E-Learners for Online Success” by Ryan Watkins explores the concept of e-learner readiness. I found it to be a very interesting article that touched upon some issues in e-learning that I had not thought of. For example, the e-learner does not only have to be familiar and comfortable with using the technology required, but also needs to be aware of the correct learning styles and study methods for online learning.

 Watkins provides some helpful tips for e-learning instructors to best prepare students for online learning success. His tips included readiness surveys the learner completes prior to beginning an online course that aims to assist them in identifying their strengths and weaknesses in regards to the study skills they might need to complete their online study. Such surverys would be helpful I think to really make learners aware of areas in their learning that they may need assistance, especially within the e-learning environment where assistance is not always freely available.

 This is an interesting article for both e-learners and facilitators alike and which raises issues that will be ongoing within the e-learning context.

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