I have had a number of blended students who resent having to take a course online. I have had several students tell me that they did not expect this and do not like the online environment. The students do not know how to engage in online instruction because the information was covered in an orientation that was not recent. The drop rate on these students is very high (in my experience) despite extensive efforts to reach the student. Refresher courses are needed that have a very positive "cheerleader" approach. Students need to have motivation to recognize the benefits of working… >>>