Kids these days are getting more and more experience with online schooling. While initially there can be a learning curve, there are a number of reasons why many students are willingly opting for online classes in Utah.
How Online Education Benefits Utah Students
Online education in Utah has come a long way over the years. Mountain Heights Academy is a tuition-free, accredited school for students in grades 7 - 12. We have certified teachers, extra-curricular activities and leadership opportunities to offer to our students. Being online doesn’t have to mean being on your own! While there are many aspects of doing high school online about which we could boast, we’d like to highlight the top 6 reasons to take your student’s education online.
1. Location, location, location - This adage doesn’t just apply to real estate; when it comes to high school online, you’re never hindered by your location. As long as you have a sufficient Internet connection, you can learn anywhere. This is ideal for families who like to travel, or who live a more nomadic lifestyle. You can be enjoying first-hand education in locations around the globe while still keeping up with accredited courses provided by Mountain Heights. Full-time students can take advantage of laptops provided by the school, which makes learning on-the-go even more convenient and accessible.
Bonus Benefit
As an extension of the flexible locations for learning, some students benefit greatly from learning outside a classroom. Without the pressure to wear certain clothes, have a certain look or fit in with their peers, many students feel more comfortable learning online from their own homes. Students with anxiety may not experience the social triggers that learning in a brick-and-mortar school sometimes entails.
2. Communication - In a school setting that depends on remote learning, communication is key. When doing high school online, students have more consistent access to their teachers. Whether in the form of video chats, emails or even phone calls, students learn to approach their teachers and discuss their questions. Teachers at Mountain Heights have regular office hours, and students can check in for one-on-one assistance.
3. Affordability - As you may know, Mountain Heights is a free, public charter school. With classes exclusively online, it can serve as a precursor for students who may someday take online college courses. Online college tuition can be less expensive, and with experience doing high school online, the transition to online college classes can be smoother for students.
4. Flexibility - If your student learns better when they can move at their own pace, Utah online education can provide flexibility. Some students do better when they start their school day first thing; others prefer to study in the afternoon. Online high school class schedules don’t have to be rigid, allowing for kids to feel empowered and in control of their education. While there may be scheduled videos to view, much of the work can be done at the student’s preferred pace. At a time when students are trying to assert independence, this flexibility can be very rewarding.
Bonus Benefit
To go along with scheduling flexibility, many students appreciate having access to their digital coursework at any time of the day or night. If they realize they want to review something, they simply log in to their schooling and do so. No need to borrow notes from a classmate!
5. Teaches Real World Skills - In a world that is going increasingly paperless and digital, taking online courses is great preparation for entering the workforce. Students who are familiar with online meetings, submitting assignments through digital dashboards and working at their own pace to meet deadlines can translate those skills into a job someday. Your student will also develop time management skills as they navigate their online classes and learn how to work at their preferred pace to meet deadlines.
6. Caters to Learning Styles - If you have a student whose learning style isn’t fully supported in a traditional classroom, you may find that online high school classes are a better fit. When students have the flexibility to move at their own pace and incorporate their preferred learning style, they may achieve more academic success with less frustration.
You can always find more information about Utah online classes by visiting our FAQs page or contacting us directly. At Mountain Heights Academy, we are invested in your child’s future.