1 Learners with low motivation or bad study habits may fall behind
2 Without the routine structures of a traditional class, students may get lost or confused about course activities and deadlines
3 Students may feel isolated from the instructor and classmates
4 Instructor may not always be available when students are studying or need help
5 Slow Internet connections or older computers may make accessing course materials frustrating
6 Managing computer files and online learning software can sometimes seem complex for students with beginner-level computer skills
7 Hands-on or lab work is difficult to simulate in a virtual classroom