Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 2

Positive Aspects of Distance Education

·      Independence and time management: Take courses online lets you hone your ability to work on your own. You also gain experiences in managing your time efficiently.

·      A flexible schedule: Schools can only provide a certain number of class periods in a single school day, and there may not be enough time for you to take everything you want. Because distance education lets you take classes outside regular school hours, it gives you the flexibility to explore all your areas of interest.

·      Advanced and specialized classes: Some schools can’t provide advanced or specialized classes. Distance education gives you the chance to gain experience in areas that would otherwise remain out of reach.

Alex Schwazer Uses Dope

Alex Schwazer was kicked out of the London Games for using dope. He was a good race walker and won many medals and awards. He made the record of walking for 3:37:09. He couldn't take it anymore. He felt the weight of guilt. He was happy when he got caught. He was not playing honestly and cheated. 

                                                                      

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 1

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You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class – through distance learning.

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet-based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening or participating in a class that it 1,000 miles away, along with other high school students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

Student Success Statement

“You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.”

-Rosa Parks

If you are doing the right thing then there is no need to be scared. You should have nothing to worry about. If you are fearful then you must be doing something wrong.

Balancing High School and Part- Time Work

Part 5

Additional Tips

Although working and going to school challenging, it can be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you handle the situation and make the most of your time:

·      Discuss your plans with your family. Balancing the demands of school and work is easier with their support.

·      Start slowly; don’t commit to working a lot of hours immediately.

·      Avoid time conflicts by planning your class and work schedules as far ahead of time as possible.

·      Use your time efficiently. You can use 10 minutes waiting in a line to go over a few pages of assigned reading. If your job has a lot of downtown and your boss has no objection, you can use slow periods to do schoolwork.

·      If you commute to your job on public transportation, bring your schoolwork with you so you can work along the way.

·      Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may have to cut down on some other things you’d like to do because of your schoolwork and more commitments.

·      If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then cut back as needed.

·      Schedule relaxation time. Everyone needs some downtime to stay happy and healthy.

Marion Jones Olympic Cheater

Marion Jones was in the Olympics and the sport that she was in was track and field. She won many medals and got awards for her achievement. Her achievement was not accomplished honestly and truthfully. She lied. She took steroids which would help her win all of these medals and awards. Basically she cheated and now she has so much regret in her. She denied it for years but finally admitted it. 

Balancing High School and Part-time Work

Part 4

He reminds student that “the activities and courses students choose vary considerably, so it’s important for young people to keep their individual situations clearly in mind.” MacGowan continues, “For example, student actors should allow for the fact that they won’t have as much time during performance seasons. Student athletes need to remember the times of the year that they’ll be tied up with games and practices. Other students who are in classes that make considerable demands outside of the classroom must keep that reality in mind.”