Piper252

I have taken several online classes. Some of them were great, others were horrid. If you get a qualified teacher, who knows how to do it, you can actually learn more. My classes all have online discussions that we are required to participate in. The teachers are very involved in the classes and challenge us constantly. If you scan the threads you can identify the leaders of the groups. I think this method actually encourages the student to express his or hers opinions more openly. I know that I have written things that I would not dare utter in class. I am a democrat in a very republican area. Some things are just easier to say when you are not facing a person face to face. As a result I have become a more authoritative person when dealing with people in the real world. I will say however, that I would not recommend taking any math or science classes online. You need the real deal for that. The quality of the class is determined by the school and the teachers. Some are great, and some are a waste of time and money.
P.S sorry for any typos, I have been up for 20 hours straight.