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Is Remote Learning Bad?: Effects on High School Students

Written by Rose Academies on . Posted in Online Learning.

Like it, many students have been forced to become remote learning experts in recent years. Criticisms of remote learning include it being confusing, prone to technical issues, and just downright boring compared to being in a traditional classroom, but many students found upsides as well. Ease of teacher communication, a more self-paced learning environment, and less time wasted between passing periods and study halls were often reported as positives in the new learning environment. So, is remote learning all that bad after all?

Many remote lessons were procured in advance, allowing students to pause, go back, and generally move through the material at their own pace. A student could more easily take breaks when needed while simultaneously not being required to waste time with passing periods or lunch hours. Many students enjoyed the autonomy over their own school schedules that remote learning provided. Rose Academies allows you to move online and in person at your pace.

Alternatively, the isolation and difficulty focusing that often accompanied learn-from-home life were not so well-received. Students missed face-to-face peer and teacher interaction. Raising your hand to clarify a point in a lesson became a thing of the past. Signing into online classes without actually being “there” for the class or letting it run in the background became a daily occurrence, and without much accountability, many students fell behind. 

We prefer to offer the best of both worlds at the Rose Academies. Students come to school in person but have a dedicated computer workstation. Students choose from three session times throughout the day, from 7 am-12 pm, 12 pm-5 pm, or 5 pm-10 pm, without required passing periods or study halls. Students’ work is self-paced but not self-taught, with online and person-to-person communication with instructors.

Retain the flexible, self-paced nature of remote learning while enjoying the ease of communication and a focused, dedicated learning environment at the Rose Academies. Visit our website to learn more and enroll today! 

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Can High School Students Take College Classes?

Written by csadmin on . Posted in College.

If you’d like to get ahead on college classes while still in high school, dual enrollment may be right for you. Dual enrollment is when Students take college-level courses while completing requirements for their high school diplomas. This can be a great way to save money, impress college admissions departments, and have greater flexibility later on.

There are several ways to earn college credit while still in high school, including taking college or AP classes, testing out of requirements, and enrolling early. At the Rose Academies, we prioritize offering flexible learning options with personalized schedules so that our students can reach their goals according to the best timeline.

Another option is early enrollment through a local community college. At the Rose Academies, we offer a Pima Community College Reimbursement Scholarship for students ages 16 and older interested in earning college credit while enrolled in high school. This is a great way to get college credit toward your college degree and get the credit that counts toward your high school diploma at the same time, all while saving money. Ask your principal for additional information and requirements,

Lastly, an option that has become increasingly popular is taking college classes online during the time outside of your high school classes. Community colleges and universities offer more distance learning options than ever before, and many will allow the enrollment of current high schoolers with the right qualifications. Some online classes have set class times where one must be “in attendance” on their computer, but many are self-paced with just a few set deadlines for projects and exams.  

Students interested in dual enrollment should consult their School Administrators to learn about their options and determine which courses or programs would work best for their goals. The Rose Academies are committed to helping students explore their interests, gain new skills, and prepare for life after high school, all while earning their diplomas. We invite you to continue exploring our website to learn more and enroll today.