Students are allowed many choices, ranging from subject matter to learning style, and rates of learning. Also, students can choose when they want to study, as well as how long they wish to devote to studying a particular subject. They are allowed to complete assignments with continuity. Unlike the bell system, which can interrupt learning, students in our independent learning program are free to complete or pursue the focus of their studies. When students are permitted to work at their own chosen rate they understand the subject matter more thoroughly, and usually accelerate and finish high school earlier.
Independent learners take more responsibility and an active role in their own education.
This responsibility, along with freedom, allows for a healthy learning process to take place. For example, if a tenth-grade student has interests in psychology they can immediately begin exploring theories and therapies, interviewing and apprenticeship, or researching psychological topics. There is no need to procrastinate or wait to learn what one really wants to learn. Students in our local Assisted Learning Program are required to spend an average of four or more hours of classroom time monthly at our Cain Lake campus. To get started, we will mail you an interview form.