Virtual High Schools: Pros and Cons

Pros
• There is a diverse amount of courses offered.
• Allows for an exchange of ideas and collaboration throughout different cultures and across time zones.
• Allows for scheduling flexibility, students can attend class any time and anywhere 24 hours a day.
• Allows for professional development courses for teachers to learn and master the delivery of online courses.
Cons
• No face-to-face interaction between teacher and student.
• Requires self discipline by student.
• Less social interaction, no classroom environment, less social development.
• Expensive
• Time consuming.