Monday January 23, 2012
The summer blockbuster Bad Teacher featured a careless junior high instructor that simply didn't care about doing her job. While it's rare, online students sometimes encounter professors that behave similarly (without all the theatrics, of course). What options do you have if you find yourself enrolled in a class where the teacher doesn't show up to scheduled chats, is rude to students, or doesn't respond to emails? Find out what to do if you have a bad professor in this article written just for struggling students.
Friday January 20, 2012
If you want to go to college or get a good paying job without a high school diploma, you'll probably need to get your GED. There's no way to take the GED online; it must be taken under supervision from a testing proctor. However, the web provides and abundance of free GED preparation materials to help you ace the test. Learn more in this article: Online GED Preparation.
Sunday January 15, 2012
If your online class is holding a live chat session, it's important to be prepared. Knowing what to study and how to contribute your ideas can help you make the discussion more meaningful (and, perhaps, earn extra points with your professor). Take a look at this article to learn how to stand out in class chat room discussions.
Saturday January 14, 2012
With more high schools offering advanced, remedial, and summer classes over the internet, now is a smart time to look for an online high school teaching job. Online high school teachers hold message board discussions, grade papers, and teach students all from home. Generally, online high school teachers follow a set curriculum rather than creating their own. Think this might be the right job for you? See how these online high school teachers found their jobs.