It was once said by the former U.S. Secretary of Education that the best investment America could make was through education. Currently, there is a competition between traditional and alternative ways of learning, which includes online courses, but which do you think is the best option?
There is a criteria that needs to be considered in selecting the right school for you, such as the curriculum, length of the study, location and tuition fee. If you are still confused, knowing and comparing the advantages of traditional and online education, this article may help you decide.
The most common nationwide is the traditional school. It places an emphasis on basic educational practices, mastery of the core subjects — Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies - and offers quality instruction with the benefits of mandated federal and state regulations and laws, according to Seattle Pi.
The school set up of traditional education provides opportunity for students to interact with one another and because the population is diversed, it can help develop the children's social skills. Parents can also be assured that their children will receive equal exposure to the learning of the other students because of the standardized curriculum, which is approved by the state.
In cases of public schools, the support services are reportedly broad. Since they receive funds from the state, special education, speech therapy and counselling are available and must be provided to the child for free.
Online learning, on the other hand, is considered as the greatest revolution in the educational system. Apparently, this kind of learning is growing in the United States despite the criticisms, The Chronicle of Higher Education learned.
Offering a variety of programs and courses is one of online education's advantages. Wherever you are and whatever you want to study, you can find options within a few clicks.
Classroom environment may not be, at all times, conducive for learning. With online education, comfort and convenience is within your reach.
Reports suggest that online education is not as costly as the traditional ones. At the same time, learning is self-paced.
Now pause for a moment and think. Which one do you think works best for you — Traditional or Online Education?
