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Choosing between a regionally accredited program and a nationally accredited program is a big decision. Your choice may affect your ability to transfer credits, be accepted for graduate studies, or gain employment.
If you're struggling with an online class, don't wait until the last minute to get help. Interacting with online professors can be daunting. Virtual communication can even seem more difficult than a face-to-face meeting. But, there's no need to fear. Follow these ten suggestions and you'll be able to get the help you need.
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Discovering evil plots, collecting clues, solving conspiracies. It may sound like a video game. But, actually, it's a way to earn high school credit. In this game-based online high school course from Florida Virtual University students learn by playing. The Miami Herald reports:
"The characters representing the student -- Eddie Flash and Libby Whitetree -- go through missions in which they gain powers and collect clues. Students keep notes in a "conspiracy log" and play mini games to reinforce what they've learned. The clues contain the lessons in the form of videos, maps, interactive timelines and personal stories from history."
This type of learning certainly doesn't appeal to everyone. However, some students thrive with game play. Florida Virtual School expects to have at least 10 more game-based courses. If they prove successful, more online high schools may ditch the video lectures in favor of something a little more adventuresome.
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As a prospective online student, you may need to choose between schools with national accreditation and schools with regional accreditation. Your choice may affect your ability to transfer credits, be accepted for graduate studies, or gain employment.
Check out this article for the pros and cons of each option.
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