Prepare for Online Learning

Orient to Online Learning

Becoming a successful online learner takes preparation, practice and diligence. Learn how to get the most out of your online learning experience.

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Tips for Online Success

Becoming a successful online learner takes preparation, practice and diligence. Learn how to get the most out of your online learning experience.

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Self-Check Quiz

After watching Tips for Online Success, are you ready to take an online course? Complete our short quiz to see if online learning is right for you. 

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Sample Online Course

Online courses contain elements to help engage and orient you to the online environment.  Explore a small snapshot of a typical online course.

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Build Your Skills

Online education often requires you to take a more proactive role in your learning.  Find tools and resources to build the technical, study, and academic skills you need.  

Build Online Learning Skills

Online Outside the United States

Online courses are available to students who live or travel outside of the United States. However, ICON may not be accessible from some international locations. Find out more about accessing Iowa's online learning management system and other required tools.

Accessing Course Materials

Start Your Course

If you are new to online courses at the University of Iowa, it is important to become familiar with a few key components before you begin. Find more information about your Iowa email account, textbooks, ICON learning management system, and course exams. 

Online Course Components

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