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                                           Online classes as an Architecture student


As an Architecture student you can't really do a lot of classes online. While lots of architecture in done through online apps and computer programs, we learn all of it in person. But being a student I still have lots of classes that aren't in the field of architecture.

Most colleges make you do series of general classes in order to get your degree. Some include math classes, english classes, writing classes, art, history, public speaking, and possibly more depending on your major.

I have taken a few online classes and I can say I enjoyed them all at least a little bit. 

I surprisingly got everything done in a timely manner and really liked doing things at my own pace. My first year of college I took a First Aid and CPR class where everything was online with videos and one weekly quiz, and the last week of the semester we did an in person test to get CPR certified.

That was first online college class I had and I actually looked forward to taking it. Although it's nice to get dressed and be in an in-person class, it's also really nice to just hop on your laptop and get some things done when you have a few minutes of time. I actually feel really productive when I finish those online assignments and turn in everything and see those As pop up in the grade book. It kind gives me a sense of adulthood, even though I am an adult, feeling more responsible and productive, even when someone isn't telling you in person to work on the class.

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