Students taking schooling at home will need someone supervising. A learning mentor is any adult who is responsible for learning instruction and support in the home.
It is not always possible for the parent to be the learning mentor. A mentor may be a parent, guardian, relative, friend, or tutor. Mentors, students and online instructors work as a team to help students successfully complete their online courses.
The first responsibility should be to determine if this type of education is suitable for the specific child. You would need to consider the following:
Home-based students benefit from the personal attention of a learning mentor who can provide daily encouragement and support in a way that meets a student's individual needs. While the role of the learning mentor may be slightly different as a student progresses from elementary to high school, an effective mentor is key to student success in an online environment.
Goal Setting and Timelines
Organization
Course Progression
Communication
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