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Created on: June 25, 2008
7 Benefits of Online Schools
I would say there are a lot of benefits of online schools. The benefits probably vary depending on what type of person you are.
Here I have written seven benefits of online schools.
1.No stress of everyday school- It can be very stressful for a student studying for a test to count the hours until school as he/she worries about the test the next morning. Yes online schools have test, but you don't have to worry about if the test will be first period or forth period. Most of the time there is a test day and the test will have to be taken that day. You are able to study for the test up until the time you are ready to sit down at your computer and take it.
2.Transportation- Unlike normal schooling where you have to travel back and forth form home and school to attend classes online schooling you do from home. There are a lot of benefits just from not having to travel back and forth from school like saving money on gas and saving the environment from not driving. Also without driving you cut down the time you spend on the road which cuts down the chances of getting in an accident which could keep you out of school.
3.Builds self motivation- Unlike normal schooling where there is a teacher in the classroom everyday pushing you to do your work, online schools let you do the work on your own. You have a teacher who teaches the class but their on the computer screen not seeing you and what your doing. So it is up to you do push yourself to be your best and get your work done.
4.Work at your own pace- With online schools your able to work at your own pace rather thats slow or fast. Without a time limit like a normal class your able to focus on your work without having to worry about when the bell is going to ring. There are time limits for your work to be completed, but it's not by the end of a class period.
5.More freedom as a student- With online schooling you have more freedom as a student without all the rules of a normal school. With doing your work at home you don't have to worry about what you wear or how you look for the day. If you like to do your work while listening to music then thats fine to do its one of the advantages of going to school online. You don't have to worry about being late for school or having to deal with all the other rules that normal schools have. The one rule they both have in common is NO CHEATING.
6.All the help as a normal school- Online schools offer the same help that normal schools do. Online schools have instructors that teach the classes. They give you a way to contact the teacher if you need extra help. They also give students guidance consolers who can help students with problems they might be having. They also offer places where students can ask students for help on the subject they are having a problem with.
7.Location- Location is not a problem when it comes to taking online classes. You can live almost anywhere and take online classes as long as you have a Internet connection. You have the option of many schools from the comfort of your own home without having to relocate. This can save the hassles of moving and losing or finding a job.
These are just 7 benefits of Online Schools. I hope they are helpful.
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