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What are the benefits of studying online?

In a professional world where academic standing has become a must for everyone to use and understand, we are pushed to strive hard and improve what we know. But we are living in a world full of work. A big part of our waking hours is mostly spent working to the point that we find ourselves lacking of time to do the extra things that will definitely help us take ourselves in to the next level. Most of us young professionals, would like to take short courses or even pursue our graduate studies but the lack of time and the expenses hinder us to do this.

Thank technology as it makes almost everything possible! Educators and students around the world have found the most comfortable, the easiest, and the most affordable way of teaching and learning. As the need for further learning arises, the need for competent teachers also soared high and though competent teachers are not easily found, it is possible to meet them anywhere and anytime through internet. Thus, Online Learning was born.

Now you might be asking yourself whether studying online will be beneficial to you or not. You may never know that it can actually be very effective so we enumerated the five reasons why you should try online learning for yourself or for your kids.

1. AFFORDABLE

Learning online is now affordable. With so many online learning companies and online school competing with one another, expect that the fee will be lesser than what you expect. This is also made possible by the cheaper internet charges of different network providers.

2. CONVENIENT

In online learning you have the hold of your own time as you are free to choose which schedule is more convenient to you. You and your teacher can even set an agreement or contact one another in case you have some emergencies or urgent things to do that can stop you from attending your class(es). Setting up a make-up class is most likely possible too.

3. YOU CAN TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

It is also possible for you to track your own progress as all the records will be put online. You can always read and access the comments, corrections, and suggestions from your teacher. You are also free to submit some personal reflections or inputs on your own learning.

4. YOU CAN EASILY ACCESS INFORMATION

Easier access to information is made possible by the internet. While the answers to your questions about the lesson is provided by the internet, your teacher can give you an in depth discussion and explanation and at the same time throws you exercises and drills that can enhance your skills.

Your teacher may also upload files or share and send you links related to your lesson.

5. IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH SKILLS WHILE HAVING A HIGHER CHANCE OF MEETING DIFFERENT PEOPLE ACROSS THE GLOBE WHILE KNOWING DIFFERENT THINGS

Interconnection on the internet. Yes, your online teacher has students of different nationality and one of the interesting activities he/she can give you is for you to use your English communication skills by chatting with or interviewing his/her other students.

Through such activity you will be able to meet new people while discovering things, people and other culture. This way, you’re not just enhancing your English skills but your knowledge of the world.

Sharing something about you and your culture to the students of different nationality can also be a fulfilling experience as you have taken part of promoting the place where you come from.

And us, here at TeacherPH can help you enhance what you know while you get your chance to meet new people!

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Mark Anthony Llego

Mark Anthony Llego, from the Philippines, has significantly influenced the teaching profession by enabling thousands of teachers nationwide to access essential information and exchange ideas. His contributions have enhanced their instructional and supervisory abilities. Moreover, his articles on teaching have reached international audiences and have been featured on highly regarded educational websites in the United States.

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