Reasons why you should switch your children to online schooling
There are many benefits of online schooling, although some parents still doubt its effectiveness and its reach
At MGM Academy, we have gathered the best reasons to encourage you to switch your children to online schooling.
Choosing the right school for your child to grow and learn is one of the most important decisions you will have to make. With all the different school options, making the best decision can be a challenge.
Traditional public schools, charter schools, and private schools offer excellent learning environments for some students; however, they may not meet the unique needs of others. Homeschooling and learning pods are other good options, but not all parents have the time or knowledge.
Aside from homeschooling options, many parents are turning to online private schools for their children to pursue their studies through this modality. While the number of students enrolled in virtual school was growing before the pandemic, many families discovered the benefits when traditional physical schools closed and are now embracing virtual learning for their children.
Virtual private school like MGM Academy offer high-quality content and the resources and support parents need, including teachers specially trained to teach online. If you’re considering it, here are ten reasons why you should consider making the switch.
Online schooling offers flexible daily school schedules
Virtual school offers flexible schedules to fit and work with your family’s lifestyle. The traditional school schedule may not work for families who travel frequently or students in time-consuming activities, such as the arts or elite athletics. The flexible daily schedule also allows families to engage in more extracurricular activities.
Some children work best in the morning, and others after relaxing a bit
Some may even be night owls – it’s okay to let them work at their best! When they are not doing homework, it is essential to add a board game or reading time or start them in a family garden. Hands-on learning has always been the best teacher.
Students learn at their own pace
Every student learns differently. With virtual school, students can complete lessons at their own pace. With this mode, there is less extra work, which makes the school day take less time. Also, avoid distractions of traditional school (texting, phone calls, fire drills, etc.). or from other students.
Students can take extra time with subjects that are more complicated for them. Better-performing children can move on to the next lesson when they are ready; they don’t have to complete the heavy work while waiting for the rest of the class to catch up.
Special needs students can do better
Virtual school usually takes place in the comfort and familiarity of your home. With personalized attention and support from online teachers, children can thrive and enjoy learning in an environment that promotes their learning abilities and suits their needs. Making them feel that their disabilities do not define them; instead, it is their knowledge and ability to learn their greatest asset.
The virtual school has an accredited curriculum
High-quality, accredited virtual private schools often offer advanced, professionally developed curricula and lessons taught by teachers and professors specially trained to teach and educate online. That way, students attend live synchronous classes with their peers to supplement and reinforce online learning.
Virtual schools offer a variety of courses
Generally, have a better selection of courses. Most offer programs for gifted and talented students and honors courses. Students can also take courses in career and college preparation or specific disciplines such as Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
The virtual school also offers electives for all grade levels not available in a traditional physical school, such as coding and world language classes.
Professional, qualified and certified teachers who teach effectively online
Online teaching is different from teaching in a physical classroom. Virtual private school teachers and professors are certified and specially trained. Students receive regularly scheduled online instruction, including live classes, from teachers who are grade-level or subject specialists, as well as personalized support when needed.
Most teachers adapt lessons to keep students challenged and are always available for questions or concerns. Live classes tend to be fun and engaging, and portfolios allow for a hands-on approach to learning rather than constantly being on the screen.
Reinforce your child’s values
The virtual school allows you to talk with your child about how the curriculum fits with the family’s cultural and religious values. Almost always, online schooling lets families continue doing what they love most, helping others, without neglecting curricular activities.
The virtual school provides a safe and consistent learning environment
Negative experiences such as bullying, intimidation, and peer pressure often make learning difficult. In addition, as you saw during the pandemic, traditional physical schools address health and safety issues within a physical classroom.
Virtual school students don’t have to deal with these unwanted distractions; they learn from the comfort and safety of their own homes and only take a day of fun or entertainment when their family decides they need one!
The online schooling provides opportunities for socialization
Most virtual schools offer socialization opportunities like live synchronous classes, field trips, and clubs to help students explore their interests and meet like-minded friends.
Parents can get involved
Parental involvement is a must! Parents, guardians, or other trusted adults play a pivotal role in a student’s education by being a learning coach. As a learning coach, you are a champion for your student. You can access the curriculum and guidebooks to help keep your student up to date.
You can also schedule meetings with your child’s teachers and watch as your little one learns, grows, and thrives. Now that you know why you should make this change, it’s time to determine the best option for this school year and beyond.
Are you interested in online schooling through MGM Academy? You can still apply! Because it’s never too late to switch your child to our virtual school.
You can also join one of MGM Academy’s information sessions to learn more about our online school and see if it’s a good match for your student’s learning journey. If you want your child to be a part of MGM Academy students, visit our virtual platform and learn about courses in high-demand areas where your child can become certified and grow professionally.
