During the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents have been forced to endure either the rigors of homeschooling or their children’s participation in online classes – which still requires an enormous commitment on the part of caregivers to keep kids on the right path. For any parent who has had to motivate children who have been confined to their homes for any period, the task can be daunting – and frustrating.
There is an alternative – online learning for kids. This approach has several advantages (which fall outside the standard school system). Firstly, it is self-paced, which means that students can progress when they have mastered the topic and are not swept up into the class system, which may force them to progress even when they are not ready.
Online learning for kids can be fun. Sophisticated learning products mean that students can play games and engage in other activities that teach them according to the set curriculum and make that learning experience something that they look forward to.
The online learning experience also suits kids that have a variety of needs when it comes to the style of instruction. Some children benefit from a verbal approach, those who learn more quickly and effectively through visual engagement, and those who would benefit from a more linear or traditional approach. Students are not forced into a particular style – which is often the case in either the public or private school system.
One of the most attractive aspects of the online learning experience is that there are no geographical barriers for both children and parents when it comes to learning. All that is required is an Internet connection, and the child can enjoy a world-class education from an accredited institution no matter where they are.
Online learning is education for the 21st century. It is not bound by traditional approaches, which do not consider the power of engagement and interactivity. Children are treated as individuals, which can be lacking in the traditional education system.