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Online courses in secondary school systems can provide:
- an alternative
for students struggling with completing graduation courses
- the ability to participate in courses outside normal schedules
- the opportunity for faculty to develop coursework in addition to
the standard curriculum
- the ability to participate in courses not offered in the student’s school
district.
AP coursework can be developed for online delivery. Practically
any course delivered in the traditional classroom can be adapted
for online learning. Online courses can aleviate scheduling
issues AP students encounter.
Earning a High School Diploma Through Online Secondary School Courses
High school students can earn a diploma online,
without attending a traditional brick and mortar school. This type
of online learning
may be used when a student has a physical condition, which
prevents a student from going to a typical school.
Online Learning Options for Teens in Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Online courses for secondary school students are also
used to continue the educational process for teenagers participating
in substance
abuse programs. While undergoing residential treatment or outpatient
counseling, such students don’t get behind in their coursework
by learning online. Online extension learning occurs both in independent
and structured group settings and are available where ever there
is an internet connection.
Online Learning Increases Opportunities for Disadvantaged Students
Students in economically disadvantaged areas increase the number of
possible courses in which they can participate by learning online.
Students who are in need of remedial or advanced preparatory classes
can use the school or public library computers to participate in
educational classes not offered in the school by learning online.
Home School Students and Online Learning Courses
Home school students also benefit from online secondary school classes
from the comfort of their own living room. Parents of home school
students can work with their children via a virtual classroom for
extended learning options.
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