Maine Education Fast Stat: “The Maine Distance Learning Project technology allows your site to interoperably connect with videoconferencing technologies similar to our ATM system, such as Polycom and ITV.” [source]
There’s no mystery that many are facing tight budgets and other financial constraints with the economy the way it is. Despite the many reports regarding the economic up-shift, few are feeling immediate benefits in our pockets. So, as a result, the need to keep costs down or eliminate them completely are realities faced. This is particularly true for those who wish to homeschool, but wish to work with instructors in a distance-learning program throughout the process.
Is there a such thing as free distance learning courses? Let’s pick this topic apart a bit. While there are thousands of websites offering free materials (printables, videos, lesson plans, and forums) for homeschooling families, these are not structured distance learning programs. Rather, these are resource websites meant to accompany or supplement a homeschooling curriculum put together and implemented by homeschooling families. Here are some specific resources about distance learning for the budget conscious:
- Free Distance Learning Programs
- About.com: Free Online Distance Learning Courses
- 135 Completely Free Distance Learning Courses
- Affordable Online Education
- Distance Learning Programs Made Affordable
Through active research and library resources, it is possible to find an affordable, or free distance-learning program that will accommodate your homeschooling family’s needs. If you are unable to find a distance learning program that meets your family’s budget, be sure to check into scholarships and grants for your area through the program’s financial aid department.
For more info: Maine Distance Learning Project.
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