Traditional vs Online Schooling: Which one is better for your child?  

K-12 schooling has evolved dramatically post-COVID-19; parents now have more choices as virtual schooling is not just an alternative but full-fledged homeschooling. Online schooling, in comparison to traditional schooling, gives students personalized learning and parents more chances to participate in their child’s schooling, which is why Online schools are better for your child than traditional schools.  

 What are the limitations of Public Schools?  

Public schools are crowded with a highly disproportionate teacher to student ratio. Students with different learning pace and styles do not receive proper attention from teachers as teachers have many students to teach.   

Furthermore, public schools follow a standardized and generic approach because they do not adapt their curriculum to changing times.  

Traditional schools have limited parental involvement, as there can be hundreds of students. Parents receive very little time and opportunities to be a part of their child’s schooling. They are unable to have effective communication with teachers, which often happens at the end of the semester   

Public schools rarely ensure that students are secure in schools. in many countries, like Colombia, Brazil, and even the US there are rising numbers of teenage delinquency, bullying in school and many children are falling into traps of drug addiction as well as alcohol abuse. Therefore, parents a  

 As per data by the US Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Adolescents involved in crime are  

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Many parents often relocate to find the perfect school for their child. EdChoice parents believe location is the most important factor in selecting a school   

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Why are Online Schools Better For your child?  

Parents believe that online school is a safer option as they are better able to monitor their children’s activities online; they can change privacy settings to secure what their child can access and who can access their child's account.  

In countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman where there are high number of expat parents they find it difficult to give their children quality schooling as the public are inaccessible, there is language barrier, and differences of values. Through digital learning parents can choose an international curriculum at affordable prices whereas parents have the option to instill familial values and traditions in their children.  

In today’s world, a child's holistic development is more important than mere academic growth. Parents wish their children pursue other hobbies, but online schooling balances hobbies with studies.  

Online schooling ensures that the curriculum is constantly reviewed and updated as per international standards. they offer a variety of additional courses which children can access from anywhere, there is no requirement for physical infrastructure as trainers can hold webinars and workshops to teach students.  

Distance learning doesn't force parents to move in search of the best schools, as they offer the best curriculum in the comfort of their homes.  

Online schools provide multiple options to children and parents, as many students seek to learn skills that better prepare them for future jobs. Furthermore, they also develop skills that help their brains develop better.  

Parents who are on the move and travel for them choose remote schools as no matter where they are, their child can access study material, attend live classes, or access recorded content from anywhere.  

Online schools have curriculum which meets the needs of children who have learning disorders or require specialized assistance to learn new concepts. Online schools’ curriculum and timetables match their students’ pace and needs. The specialized courses and learning plans to benefit children with ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia are not provided in conventional schools.   

In a survey by Flex Point Education on parents, it was concluded that parents trust online schooling over traditional schooling  

Parents believe online schooling helps their children gain new skills  

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 Parents feel online schools help their children better prepare for the future 

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Parents believe their children have better video call skills and netiquette  

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Parents believe their children have better communication skills.   

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Parents believe their children have better time management skills.  

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Parents believe their children better understand concepts   

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Parents believe online learning has improved children’s ability to focus  

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Parents believe online learning has made their children more motivated  

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Parents believe that virtual schooling allows their children to be authentic  

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Parents feel online learning helps their children develop creative solutions █████████████████████████████████70%   

Parents feel that eLearning helps their children accomplish their goals   

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To Conclude  

Since schooling has evolved, high-quality schooling, a relaxed schedule, and access to college programs while still in school, which makes them college-ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why are traditional schools losing the trust of parents?   

Public schools are very limited such as crowded classrooms, insufficient individual attention for different students, they have a generic curriculum that doesn't easily adapt to changing times, and parents don't have much involvement.  

2. How do online schools address the concerns regarding student safety and parental involvement?   

Online schools are considered by parents to be a safer option as they allow parents to ensure safe and secure learning by monitoring their children's online activities  

3. How does online schooling benefit expat parents and parents who travel for jobs?  

For expat parents or families who travel frequently, online schooling makes an international curriculum accessible at affordable fees that ensures uninterrupted learning.  

4. Does online schooling meet the demands of a child's holistic development and their learning styles? 

Online schooling ensures the holistic development of a child by balancing academic growth with other hobbies and interests. They are designed to meet the needs of children with learning disorders or differing learning styles, as they are free to learn at their own pace  

5. Do parents trust online schools over traditional schools? 

 Surveys suggest that there is a high level of trust among parents when it comes to online schooling. Children develop new skills that prepare them for the future.

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