Think about the number of times during the past week you have raised your hand in a particular class or e-mailed your online course instructor to ask a question. How many times has it been? Do you ask questions frequently, or is this something you avoid? Make a list of the reasons you either do or don't ask questions in class. Do this for each of the courses you are taking, and then compare your findings with your current grades in these courses. Do you see any link between your current grades and the extent to which you ask questions? Would asking more questions help you earn better grades? Do you feel more comfortable e-mailing your questions to your instructor?