Tag: college readiness.
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“Get Ahead with Dual Enrollment: High School Students Take College-Level Courses for a Brighter Future”
Dual enrollment programs provide high school students with the opportunity to take college-level courses while still in high school. These programs are becoming increasingly popular among homeschooled students, non-traditional learners, and those attending vocational or technical schools. For homeschooling families, dual enrollment offers a chance for their children to experience a traditional classroom setting and…
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Unleashing the Power of Portfolio Assessments in Alternative Education
Portfolio assessments are a valuable tool for evaluating student learning and progress in alternative schooling and education. This method of assessment allows students to showcase their work, reflect on their growth, and demonstrate their skills and knowledge. At its core, portfolio assessment involves collecting samples of student work over time that demonstrate mastery of certain…
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Preparing for College: The Key to Success and Opportunities
College Readiness and Preparation: A Retrospective Going to college is one of the most important decisions a student will make in their life. It’s a decision that requires careful planning, preparation, and research. In this retrospective post, we’ll take a look at college readiness and preparation over the years. The Traditional Route Traditionally, students would…
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Dual Enrollment Programs: A Game-Changer for College Admissions
Dual enrollment programs are becoming increasingly popular across the United States, and for good reason. Dual enrollment is a program that allows high school students to take college-level courses while still enrolled in high school. The credits earned from these courses can be applied towards both their high school diploma and college degree, which means…
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“Get Ahead of the Game: Dual Enrollment Offers Alternative Pathway to College”
Dual Enrollment and College Readiness: An Alternative Pathway to Higher Education For many high school students, the thought of college can be daunting. The idea of leaving behind the familiar environment of their hometown for a new place, meeting new people, and facing academic challenges can seem overwhelming. However, there is an alternative pathway that…
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Mentorship in Alternative Education: Personalized Learning and Skills-Building for Academic Success
Mentorship has been an important part of alternative education for many years, providing students with personalized learning opportunities and helping them build the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Whether it’s finding the right mentor for your child, developing a peer-to-peer mentoring program, or building trust between mentors and mentees, there are…
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Early College High Schools: A Game Changer in Alternative Education
Early College High Schools: A Game Changer in Alternative Education Traditional high schools can be tough, especially for students who are not academically inclined. It is also challenging to navigate the complex social dynamics of a large school community. However, there are alternative options that provide a better learning experience for students who do not…
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Virtual Schools: A Comprehensive Look at Alternative Education
Virtual Schools: A Comprehensive Look at Alternative Education Education is an essential aspect of human development. It equips individuals with knowledge and skills that they need to navigate the world successfully. However, traditional schooling may not always be the best option for some students due to various reasons such as disabilities, giftedness, or social issues.…
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