Online High School Diploma For Your Child

You must have heard of success stories of various children who opted for online high school diploma. But there are others as well who have failed miserably. This situation has many times put parents in jeopardy when deciding the most suitable way of study for their child. If you too are stuck in a similar dilemma it might benefit you to consider these few points before making a decision for your child's course of education.

First and foremost what needs to be considered is that will an online high school diploma work for your child as well as for you and your family? To attain an online high school diploma a child has to spend his/her entire day in the house. Are you or your spouse as a parent ready to provide your child with that guidance and supervision that was offered to him in school by his teacher? It might help to start working from home and become a stay-at-home parent if you need to provide supervision to your child.

If you want to enroll your child for an online high school diploma due to poor behavior then you might need to reconsider your decision as many times a child behaves in a worse manner when he/she gets full reign in his/her home in the absence of parents. Additionally, your child might need extra help in some subjects with which he won't be able to cope up alone. In a traditional setup the teacher provides this additional help. Will you able to provide the same to your child or will you be able to appoint a tutor for the same? If you are already bogged with official and other family responsibilities, think hard before you enroll your child for an online high school diploma.

Motivation stands as a very strong factor for a teenage child to fare well in studies. Do you think your child is competent enough to produce similar or better results during an online high school diploma as compared to the traditional setup where there a teacher looking over his shoulder all the time? A child is after all a child. So, you need to consider carefully whether or not your child will be able to motivate himself/herself in the absence of a teacher or guiding force. If not, then you might need to consider staying back at home for providing the same to your child. You might as well need to squeeze out time to meet supervisors in case you appoint any to meet your child's educational needs in an online setup.

Children, in most cases, like socializing. Once you pull out your child of a traditional school to provide him education in an online setup, you also need to look after his/her socializing needs, in absence of which he/she might become isolated or introvert or anti-social. You need to think of ways in which you can meet these needs of your child outside school. You can enroll your child to some other learning programs or courses, or engage him in social service or in social groups, or can take him to sports clubs and associations if he/she is interested in sports. You should also allow your child to meet his old friends to make him feel comfortable with them at all times.

Additionally, you and your child together can join a network specially made for distance learning students and their parents. You need to offer your child replacement activities, in order to take him/her away from negative peer group and provide him with new interests.

These are few of the considerations that you need to make before planning an online high school diploma for your child.

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How to Choose an Online High School

According to national statistics, the number of adults without a diploma is rising. Interestingly, the number of ways to earn a high school diploma—whether you're a teen or an adult—is also increasing. One of your options is to choose an online high school, but how do you go about choosing the right one? I've got some advice for you.

Online High Schools Are for Adults, Too

Online high schools are increasingly becoming the destination of choice for adults. They aren't just for teens. There are a number of reasons online schools are attractive to adults:

• They save embarrassment. Adults may be embarrassed that they haven't earned a high school diploma, and may not like the idea of attending a face-to-face diploma program (like at a high school or an adult school). A key advantage of online schools is that they can be rather faceless. If you don't tell the other students you're an adult, they won't know how old you are, what you look like, or why you're in the program.
• They're easy to use. Think about what it takes to attend a regular high school program. You need to go to the school to enroll. You need to show up in a particular place a couple of times a week. You need to find parking. You need to do everything on the school's terms. Online schools allow you to sign up online, work on the course when it's convenient for you, and still earn that elusive piece of paper.

Find the Online High School That Is Right for You

Once you have decided to entertain the thought of attending an online high school, the first thing you'll discover is that there are a lot of them. Search for "online high schools" and you'll discover hundreds of them. Here's an important point to remember: not all online high schools are created equal. What should you consider?

1. Does the school accept adults? Clearly this is key for you, the adult student, and it is not as simple as one would think. With some schools it is very easy to find age requirements on the school's website. Other schools may require you to call them. Still, this is relatively simple.
2. If the school is free, is it legitimate? There are some online high schools that are free. Typically, these are public schools (and, most often, also charter schools). Almost all of these do not accept adults. There are a few charter schools that accept students up to age 21. Still, most readers here will need to look elsewhere.
3. How much will online high school cost? There is a wide variety of costs. You will find some schools that cost $1,500 for the entire program, and you will find others that are several thousands of dollars. Don't be discouraged by cost. Many of these programs have payment plans. I encourage you not to choose an online high school diploma program based solely on cost.

Be Sure the School You Choose Is a Real School

There are indeed fake online high schools, just as there are fake colleges (called "diploma mills"). In order to determine if a school is real or fake, look at who recognizes, or accredits, it. There are a number of different groups that do this, including:

• State Departments of Education. Be careful here. There are other state governmental bodies that might provide some sort of recognition, but that is closer to being a business license than attesting to the quality of the program. If the Department of Education in the school's state does not recognize the school, it may not be valid.
• Public School Districts. Some school districts are now creating their own online high schools. This is certainly solid recognition.
• Regional or National Accreditors. Be careful here as well. Just as there are fake schools, there are also fake accreditors. So who is real? The organizations listed below certainly are, but this is not a complete list. It is merely a starting point. The organizations listed below have some governmental recognition, so it makes it easier to determine their legitimacy.
  1. Distance Education and Training Council (DETC)
  2. The secondary school organizations of the Six Regional Accrediting Organizations.
  3. AdvancED  
     
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10 Facts About Online High School Diplomas

A growing number of students are earning online high school diplomas. Online high school diploma programs certainly offer convenience and flexibility. But, many families have concerns. How do these virtual programs compare to traditional schools? And, how do employers and colleges feel about online high school diplomas? Read on for ten must-know facts about online high school diplomas.

1. Most online high school diploma programs are accredited.

In fact, many online programs have the same accreditation as brick-and-mortar schools. The most widely accepted online high school diploma programs are recognized by one of the four regional accreditors. Accreditation from the DETC is also held in high regard.

2. There are four types of online high school diploma programs.

Public online high schools are run by local school districts or states. Online charter schools are government funded but run by private parties. Online private schools receive no government funding and are not bound to the same state-wide curriculum requirements. College-sponsored online high schools are overseen by university administrators.

3. Online high school diplomas can be used for college admission.

As long as the school is properly accredited, online high school diplomas are no different from those offered by traditional schools.

4. Online high school diplomas can be used for employment.

Online high school grads do not need to specify that they attended school though the internet. Online diplomas are equal to traditional diplomas when it comes to employment.

5. Teenagers in almost all states can earn an online high school diploma for free.

By attending an online public school, students can get a no-cost education paid for by the state. Some public programs will also pay for curriculum, computer rentals, and internet connection.

6. There are online high school diploma programs for every academic level.

With hundreds of online high school diploma programs to choose from, students can easily find one that meets their needs. Some programs are focused on remedial coursework and job preparation. Others are designed for gifted students, on the college track and bored with the traditional classroom.

7. Online high schools can be used to help students make up credits.

Not all online high school students study exclusively through the internet. Many traditional students take a few online courses to make up credits, improve their GPAs, or get ahead.

8. Adults can also enroll in online high school diploma programs.

Adult online high school diploma programs are available to help grown-ups qualify for employment or college. Several private online high schools now provide fast-track options for adult students that need to earn a diploma.

9. Student loans are available to help families pay private tuition.

Costs for online private schools can add up quickly. Families can avoid paying in one lump sum by taking out a K-12 education loan.

10. Online students can work during set hours or at their own pace.

Some online high schools require students to log in during school hours and "chat" with instructors online. Others allow students to complete work whenever they please. Whatever your learning preference, there’s an online high school that meets your needs.

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