![]() ![]() The content of online courses is generally as rigorous, if not more rigorous, as that found in a face-to-face classroom course. A successful online student will work independently, stay on task and maintain a regular schedule of logging on and keeping up with readings, course assignments, homework and other expectations. To be successful in an online class, a student must be a self-starter with a strong sense of direction and the ability to set goals and follow through. This type of learning requires a high degree of self-discipline and motivation, the ability to keep up with ongoing, sometimes very demanding expectations without the constraints of a fixed time and place setting, and the ability to deal with isolation that may occur from this form of individual learning. Online learning presents challenges that are different from the face-to-face classroom experience. In addition, a student may not enroll in an online course if (1) the course is not offered for credit, (2) the credit offered in not consistent with the unit of credit required (semester credit for HS, trimester credit for MS) (3) the student previously earned credit in the course, (4) the course is inconsistent with the student’s graduation requirements or post-secondary plans, (5) the student does not possess the prerequisite knowledge and skills to be successful in the course, (6) the student demonstrated failure in previous online coursework in the same subject, or (7) the course is of insufficient quality or rigor, as determined by the district. An online course should not be chosen if one of the Okemos Public Schools offers the course and the course can be scheduled in the student’s daily schedule. Okemos Public Schools strongly believes that a student should only choose online courses if (1) a desired course is not offered by one of the Okemos Public Schools or (2) a student’s course schedule presents a conflict which prohibits the student from enrolling in a course offered at Okemos High School. ![]() ![]() In Section 21f of the Michigan School Code students are permitted to enroll in up to two online courses per semester. If the opportunity exists for students to enroll in a course offered at the middle or high school, students are strongly encouraged to do so. We comply with the Federal Trade Commission 1998 Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).Okemos Public Schools strongly believes that face-to-face classroom instruction at the middle and high school levels is the best learning environment for students. The 4-H Name and Emblem have special protections from Congress, protected by code 18 USC 707. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information is for educational purposes only. Quentin Tyler, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. ![]() MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. ![]()
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