Online Learning & Technology
How does Insight Schools differ from other online high school programs?
Insight Schools operates the leading network of tuition-free, accredited, online public high schools. We support the online student in ways other schools don’t—through mentoring, certified instruction, leading-edge technology, parental tools, and 24/7 on-demand academic and technical help; we offer a highly individualized program with multiple academic paths, a nationally-recognized curriculum, and over 110 courses; and we provide a high school experience that reflects the expertise of our affiliate school—University of Phoenix—the nation’s leader in post-secondary online education.
Do I need to have a computer to attend Insight Schools?
Each student is issued a late-model laptop computer, printer/scanner, headset and microphone. Families receive a stipend to help with the cost of Internet service (for qualified families in selected states).
What are the Internet connection requirements for a student to have a satisfactory class experience?
The minimum connection requirement for students who attend our schools is dial-up speed. Faster transmission speeds and more powerful computing platforms may provide a richer experience, but are not required.
When will my computer arrive? How will I get it?|
Your laptop computer will be shipped via UPS before orientation and the start of the semester.
How do you protect against cyber predators?
Cyber predators today are something that all schools, online or not, must deal with. At Insight Schools, the education we deliver and the tools for virtual socialization we provide (discussion boards) are located behind secure, password-protected servers. Insight-issued laptops are outfitted with software to block the more sensitive sex-and-violence-oriented sites, which can be areas where cyber predators seek out children.
Although nothing but strong parenting coupled with educating our children of the risks of cyber predators can stop predators from being completely successful, our program encourages students to socialize online behind safe ‘doors’.
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