Online education has improved tremendously in the last decade(s). There is plenty of opportunity to participate in discussions, small group work, attend office hours and receive support. Online classes right now often use Zoom for lecture and then either Canvas or Blackboard. Online classes can link articles, videos and various multi-media resources that can enhance a class.
So online classes are not inferior in terms of educational value, and the actual majority of students who are “non-traditional” are often studying online.
What your daughter would miss is the on-campus experience, though two of mine hated dorm life.
And yes for education there may be required on-campus classes, labs or practicums. You would have to check programs carefully.
Maybe she could start off by doing distribution requirements (gen eds) and intro education classes online. Or can she commute locally? In other words, she could ease into college on campus until it no longer feels “new.”
I found this when I googled: One way to find a reputable online program for a bachelor’s degree in education is to search for schools through an accrediting agency. There are several accreditation organizations for education, though only the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC, www.detc.org) guarantees that the program is online:
So in sum she can probably get her degree online. The larger issue here is her anxiety. I hope that she sees a counselor so that anxiety doesn’t rule her decisions. There are practical reasons to do online courses for those who work or have families. But anxiety about new things can be treated or at least mitigated. Hoping she gets help or gets used to the idea or both. Good luck!