Last year, amid the then-new lockdowns for the novel coronavirus, many high school and elementary students got a taste of what it was like to learn online. Granted, it wasn’t the honed, efficient version of online education practiced by dedicated, private online schools, but it was a taste nonetheless. Some didn’t care for it. Some students, however, flourished, finding the online environment more conducive to focus and productivity.
As a parent, you probably took note of which category your kid found themselves in. If they were in the latter camp – the one that thrived in the digital space – you probably asked yourself, “would my kid benefit from doing online school throughout their high school diploma?”
It’s a great question to ask. To help you answer it, this article has compiled a list of potential online education benefits. If you sense your kid might excel under these conditions, consider making the switch.
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Tech-Minded Education
Some students, especially nowadays, are simply more comfortable in front of a computer than in front of a desk. The ability to access all the materials they need with a few clicks of the mouse or taps of a touchpad allows them to stay organized and attentive.
And removing the social pressures of a classroom of peers can enable them to remain focused. Internet-based education may also allow young people interested in tech – including computer science and coding – to align their education mode with their interests.
Self-Paced Learning
For some students, it is the self-paced learning aspect of online education that intrigues them most. No two learners are alike. But in a traditional classroom, they are expected to keep pace with one another, even when they are challenged to the point of failing.
When students choose a Ministry of Education-approved online high school like Ontario eSecondary School that values self-paced learning, they can tailor their courses to fit their needs. If they find a chapter of the textbook difficult, they can linger on it until they understand the concepts. Likewise, if they find a chapter easy, they can blow past it and move onto the next topic.
Flexibility And Time-Independence
Not all students function optimally from 8 am to 3 pm. And some students have enriching hobbies, jobs, and interests that they want to pursue during daytime hours. Since online learning is time-independent (you can do it at any hour of the day, either in a single chunk of time or spread throughout the day), it allows students the flexibility to pursue other interests and learn when they are most alert.
Support Without A Physical Presence
Quality online schools offer a lot of support, both in the form of teacher interaction and 24/7 tutoring. Granted, the support is provided remotely, over the computer. For some students, this is ideal – they get the help they need without the stress of meeting a teacher face-to-face. If your young one is more comfortable receiving support online rather than in-person, consider enrolling them in an online school.
While it may not be for every single student, online education speaks to a large population of school-aged kids. If you think your kid would benefit from tech-minded teaching, self-paced learning, a flexible schedule, and generous online support, consider enrolling them in a reputable online high school.
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