Many teens have been incredibly successful with learning online. But, others have fallen behind in credits and motivation, causing tension at home and stress in family relationships. If you’re grappling with the difficult decision of whether or not to enroll your child in a distance learning program, these three considerations may help.

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• Online High School Pros and Cons
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The Obama administration is currently drafting plans that would fund the creation and implementation of free online classes at the high school and college level.

Inside Higher Ed reports:

"According to the draft materials from the administration, the program would support the development of 20-25 'high quality' courses a year, with a mix of high school and community college courses. Initial preference would go to "career oriented" courses. The courses would be owned by the government and would be free for anyone to take. Courses would be selected competitively, through peer review, for support."

Proponents of the idea believe that government funded online courses could help citizens develop job skills and become more employable. Critics, however, contend that free online classes are already available in the private marketplace and that tax dollars should not be spent on this venture.

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• Explore Free Online Classes
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Proper accreditation can mean the difference between a degree that gets you a new job and a certificate that isn't worth the paper it's printed on. If you have the right tools, you can check any school's accreditation status in less than a minute. This article will show you how to find out if a school is accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

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• Distance Learning Accreditation Basics
• Understanding Regional Accreditation

Want to find free GED classes online? Although you are required to take the official exam in person, free GED classes can be taken over the internet to help you study and prepare.

Free GED classes often contain subject summaries, practice questions, and test-taking tips. In this new article, you'll find links to some of the best no-cost courses available.

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• Online GED Preparation
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