Are Independent Study Classes As Rigorous As Instructed Classes?

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<p>I mean it seems as if independent classes, it’s just like a self-assessment, while in classes with instructors, it’s like a definite class where you actually have to work.</p>

<p>Am I right?</p>

<p>Do both classes have the same material?</p>

<p>Is there a different between self study and independent study (maybe it’s just worded a different way…)?</p>

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<p>Independent study is what you make of it. </p>

<p>However, you don’t get 100% freedom. Independent studies are supervised by a professor who may give you significant leeway or may give you a very definite plan for study. One-on-one meetings usually replace written assessments.</p>