FAQ
Learning Online is Easy with National High School.
Classes can be very helpful to students who need to make up
a credit, or who might want to move ahead in some of their
class work in order to graduate early.
Online classes can be taken any time, any place. You can
work around your work schedule and vacation schedules, but
still need to pace yourself in order to complete the course
by the end of the summer.
Online courses use digital textbooks, so there is no waiting
for books to arrive. All lesson plans, materials, homework
assignments, and turning in of homework is done online through
email or through the drop baskets within the course.
Students need to examine their personal skills and aptitudes
for taking a class online.
The following attributes will greatly contribute to a student's
success:
1. Self-motivation
Students direct their own learning environment and methods
to fulfill course requirements and achieve individual academic
success. Students are responsible for their own learning.
2. Independent learner
The online environment enables students to learn at their
own pace, relieving the stress of feeling rushed or pressured
and providing enjoyment in the learning process.
3. Computer literate
Although it is not necessary to have advanced computer skills,
students should possess a working knowledge of electronic
e-mail as well as basic keyboarding skills.
4. Time management
Students must be able to organize and plan their own best
"time to learn." There is no one best time for everyone,
but the key to learning is to make the time to learn.
5. Effective Written Communication Skills
Students must use electronic e-mail to communicate with their
peers as well as the instructors. The ability to write clearly
to communicate ideas and assignments is essential. This method
provides the learner with rapid feedback as well as a means
to inform instructors of any concerns or problems that they
may be experiencing.
6. Personal Commitment
Since there are no bells that begin and end classes, students
must have a strong desire to learn and achieve knowledge and
skills via online courses. Making a commitment to learn in
this manner is a very personal decision and requires a strong
commitment to perform in order to achieve academic success.
Earn Advanced Credits or Make
Up Credits
Online classes can be the best solution for students
who need to make up a credit, or who might want to move ahead
in some of their class work in order to graduate early.
Flexible Hours
Online classes can be taken any time, any place. You
can set aside time for courses around your work and vacation
schedules.
Saves Time and Money
Online courses use digital textbooks, so there is no
waiting for books to arrive. All lesson plans, materials,
homework assignments, and turning in of homework is done online
through email or through the drop baskets within the course.
And, since you don't have to drive across town to go to school,
you save gas money too!
