Parents

What Is Online Learning?
In terms of taking a full course online, it simply means that the instruction occurs when the learner and the instructor are not in the same place. For younger students participating in online activities and lessons, the teacher may be in the room but the students are learning content via the internet through a web-based activity or assignment.

For online courses, the instruction is delivered through the Internet, email, special Web-based communication software that allows for asynchronous and scheduled synchronous discussions, and the telephone.

Is Online Learning for my child? Take this quiz with your child to find out more.

Will my child get the same credit for an online course as she/he would get sitting in a traditional classroom?
Yes. The credit is the same, because you are required to achieve the same learning outcomes. The assignments and performance standards are the same as a face-to-face offering. The only difference is in the method of delivery.

How can I help my child be successful in their online course?
Visit these links for find out more about online learning and tips for success:

• Tips fo success
• How Can I Be a Successful Online Student?
• Tips for Online Students

Where can I learn more about the online Learning?

*A Special Note for Parents & Guardians of Online Students:

Your involvement can play a big part in helping your child achieve success in their online courses. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to take an active role in learning about the activities that will be required for course completion. Online teachers will welcome contact with you and be happy to discuss your child's progress in their courses, so don't hesitate to contact them if you have any questions. Specific things that you can do to help your child include:

• review the above online learning links with your child
• help set up a good work space for the computer in your home
• help your child set up a regular schedule for working on their assignments
• ask questions about how the class is going and what your child is working on
• contact OLC Project Leaders or online teachers if you have any questions