Distance education: Is a Virtual Class for you?

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Challenging Aspects of Distance Education

·         Lack of in person interaction: Some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-teacher contact are essential to learning. In Distance- learning classrooms, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or Web conferences -- but it’s not the same being with other students in a classrooms.

·         Different levels of quality: Much distance education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not. Research any program before signing on to make sure it is rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling.

·         The need to self-start: Distance education lets you make your own schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal education setting for

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Distance Education: Is a Virtual classroom for you

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You may want to take a class that your high school does not offer.  

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance learning credits when they font have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP Courses.

For you, it might mean doing self tutorial at home in the evening , or participating in a class that is 1.000 miles, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high schools students. Check with your school counselor to see what is available.

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Profile of a successful student

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You don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful in online learning – but you must have access to personal computer with reliable internet access, as well as a basic level of competency in using them. Owning a computer with internet access from your home is ideal but many student use the computer labs on campus or at their offices to complete their work.

… Has basic computer skills and is willing and open to learning new ones

We said you don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful in online learning.  However there are some basic technical skills you should have mastered prior to enrolling in an online course

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