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Distance Learning Distance Learning Online College Online High School Free Classes From Jamie Littlefield, your Guide to Distance Learning Welcome to this week's edition of the distance learning newsletter. Happy studying this September! Should High Schools Require Students to Take Online Classes? This month, the Idaho Board of Education voted to require high school students to take two of their credits online in order to qualify for graduation. It is now the fourth state to mandate that high schoolers take at least one class through distance learning. But, is it a good decision? How to Use Your Online Class Syllabus An online class syllabus is basically an informal contract between the professor and the student. It points out major assignments, details the grading system, and let's students know what is expected of them during the semester. Excel in your online classes by learning how to make the most of an online course syllabus... See More About:  study skills  student success  Have the Army Pay for Your Online College Classes Did you know that soldiers in the U.S. Army can receive online college tuition assistance up to $4,500 a year? Through government programs, many soldiers have been able to complete an online degree for free... See More About:  financial aid  military education  The Online Cheating Epidemic Cheating is a major problem for online colleges. Without a supervising professor, it's often too easy (and too tempting) for online students to use unauthorized material... See More About:  cheating  study skills  Distance Learning Ads Distance Learning High School College Students Distance Courses College Classes Featured Articles Choose the School that Fits You Best Accreditation Info Online College Online High School Free Courses Online Teaching   More from About.com Favorite Summer Frozen Drinks Blended with ice or chock full of fresh fruit, these yummy drinks will liven up any warm-weather gathering. More> Best Frozen Summer Desserts Ten easy, delicious, make-ahead desserts that will cool you down on the hottest of summer days. More> This newsletter is written by: Jamie Littlefield Distance Learning Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Distance Learning newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Find an Online College Find an Online High School How to Get Bargain Textbooks Teaching Online Online Law Schools Advertisement