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Academic Services 
Online education is the way of the future. Many high schools and universities around the world are requiring students to take at least one online course to qualify for graduation; hence, acknowledging the importance of building familiarity with this way of learning (Mayadas et. al, 2009). Online education allows for educators to cater to the individual needs of students, both academically and from a social-emotional lens (Sun & Chen, 2016). Below are a few items to consider when looking to enroll in a fully online institution:
A school should be accredited, meaning it has been recognized as an institution that meets basic academic standards for rigor, quality of teaching, and opportunity for students. Common accreditation agencies include Cognia (formerly AdvancEd), Middle States Association, New England Association, Western Association…
