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Distance Learning Homeschool Programs Ri-Tr

In my post on hybrid homeschooling, I talked about combining homeschooling with distance learning or local classes. Here continues the list of Distance Learning Programs you can use. Richard Milburn High School (Wisehighschool.org) is an accredited higschool where homeschoolers and distance learners can earn a diploma. Through a partnership wih APEX Learning of Seattle, WA, advance placement students can take accelerated courses. This school is “committed to enabling each student to maximize learning opportunities to achieve success and increase skills in the academic and work experience environment by offering a non-traditional academic, career and life skills program.” Students pay $425.00 … Continue reading →

Single Moms Going Back to School – Part Four

I truly hope you feel encouraged to move forward with college – I know from firsthand experience that being a single mom is hard. Although it is not impossible, being a single mom puts a strain on your time, finances, and patience. If you think about it, finishing your college degree so you can earn a better income is exactly why I want to recommend you do everything possible to better yourself One of the biggest decisions you will have is where to attend school. Now, you might be interested in attending a traditional school, you know, the brick and … Continue reading →

Single Moms Going Back to School – Part Three

For the third part of this ten-part series pertaining to single moms going back to school, I wanted to talk about money, the heart of the matter. When I decided to start school from home, the greatest concern, and fear was the financial end of paying for school. Yes, I knew that finishing my degree was going to push me ahead in my job or a new job, making more money so my kids could enjoy a better life. However, I also knew I would have to make some initial sacrifices to achieve my goal, which was scary. I am … Continue reading →

Online Learning

Many K-12 schools are realizing the importance of utilizing online learning opportunities to enhance their current curriculum, integrate technology in the learning experience and enhance computer/technology skills. Educators realize the importance of being technologically literate so much that in a few years, taking a high school course online in Michigan will be a mandatory graduation requirement. In California some elementary classrooms schools are trading in traditional textbooks for a custom-built digital curriculum in history and social studies. The program, utilizes online learning, multimedia, audio, text, and traditional classroom activities designed to meet the varied needs of individual students. In a … Continue reading →

Online Learning

The first distance education program was offered in 1728 in America with schools in Europe (Gilbert 2001, 18). I would imagine that sending papers over the Atlantic would take months. Boy has distance learning come a long way! In today’s information age, online classes for specialized certificates, four year degrees, and masters programs are plentiful. Now students and instructors can live and work in different regions, but can still attend class together in “real-time.” Online learning is evolving and is no longer available only to college level students. Many online schools and courses are now available for the K-12 student … Continue reading →