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Q&A: Do Online Schools Offer STEM Courses?
Nov 20, 2013Question: Is it possible for my child to take STEM courses while attending online school?
Q&A: Parent-Teacher Conferences
Nov 12, 2013Question: Will my child's online school conduct a parent-teacher conference similar to a more traditional school setting?
Q&A: What Information Should I Include in My Student Bio?
Nov 5, 2013Question: Online classes always ask for student bios. What should I put?
Q&A: Standardized Testing
Oct 31, 2013Question: Will my child be required to take standardized tests while he attends online school?
Q&A: How Many Online Classes Should I Take at One Time?
Oct 29, 2013Question: How many online classes should I take at a time?
Q&A: Do Online Instructors Have the Same Credentials as Traditional Teachers?
Oct 22, 2013Question: Do the teachers at online schools have the same credentials as teachers at other schools?
Q&A: How Dependable Are Teacher Rating Websites?
Oct 15, 2013Question: How dependable are the online rating websites for professors and teachers? I want to make sure I get a good teacher.
Q&A: Extracurricular Activities
Oct 8, 2013Question: If I enroll my daughter in a full-time online program, will she be able to have access to any of those extras like music, library, or even PE? Or will that kind of stuff fall on me?
Q&A: Can I Raise My GPA With Online Courses?
Oct 3, 2013Question: I want to improve my GPA while continuing to attend my local high school. Is it possible to keep going to my school while taking classes online and raise my GPA?
Q&A: Test Preparation Tips
Oct 1, 2013Question: I don't do well on tests. What's a good way to prepare?