Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is an online class?
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Assignments are accessed and submitted entirely online through a safe, secure Web site, PowerSchool Learning (previously Haiku)
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Assignments are completed throughout the week from anywhere you have computer and Internet access
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The teacher and students in your online class might be located at another AUHSD school
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You will collaborate and communicate with your teacher and other students using a variety of online tools that are available in the virtual classroom, PowerSchool Learning (previously Haiku)
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Your online class will be offered exclusively online(however, some classes require periodic face-to-face meetings for testing purposes)
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Your online class does not require traditional “seat time”, but you do need to log in every school day, and complete assignments in a timely manner
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Your online class can be taken from home or from anywhere you have computer and Internet access
Do online classes meet the same graduation requirements as traditional classes?
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Yes, all online classes follow the same board-adopted curriculum and textbooks as the traditional face-to-face classes offered at your high school
What are your online teacher’s credentials?
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All AUHSD online classes are taught by fully certificated AUHSD teachers who are highly qualified and content experts in their curricular area
Why would I choose to take an online course?
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You want a flexible schedule, like the online environment, and are a self-motivated learner
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You want to take a variety of courses
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You want to prepare for college and the workplace
How is an online class different than traditional, face-to-face classes?
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You will interact frequently with your teacher using BB Collaborate, email, blogs, podcasts, videos, Wiki’s and/or discussion boards in the class Angel Learning Web site instead of a traditional face-to-face classroom setting
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Your online course is paced by your teacher on a weekly basis
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Online teachers offer weekly virtual office hours
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Assignments are given and submitted entirely online through a password protected virtual classroom, PowerSchool Learning (previously Haiku)
What do I do if I have questions or problems?
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If you have technical problems, contact Reuben Patino at patino_r@auhsd.us
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Email your virtual teacher immediately
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Your teacher’s email address is posted on the AUHSD eLearning Web site
What are the technology requirements?
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Internet access is required for enrollment
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Access is available through each high school library, as well as, public libraries