Career and College Planning

K-12 Online Learning

Student Information

   • Career and College Planning
   • Choosing a Course
   • Enrollment
   • Keys to Success
   • Certified Courses
   • Frequently Asked Questions

Parent Information

   • Considerations for Parents
   • Supporting Student Success
   • Special Education
   • Internet Safety
   • Rights and Responsibilities

Educator Information

   • Minnesota Facts
   • Rights and Responsibilities
   • Enrollment
   • Special Education
   • Extracurricular Activities
   • Frequently Asked Questions
   • Links and Resources

The online advantage

Colleges and universities have recognized for many years that online learning is an exciting and dynamic way of teaching and learning. Many colleges and universities offer numerous courses, and even entire degree programs online. This is a relatively new option for high school students, but the availability of and demand for online courses is expanding rapidly in Minnesota.

High school students who develop the skills to succeed in online learning will have an advantage in college-level online courses. Many educators consider “information and computer technology literacy” or “online competency” to be key skills for lifelong learning that all students should acquire before graduating from high school.

Resources available to online learners

Comprehensive online high schools offer college and career planning services, as well as guidance from school counselors.

In addition, excellent online resources are available, including ISEEK, the Internet System for Education and Employment Knowledge. ISEEK is a comprehensive web-based gateway to Minnesota career, employment, education, and business development information and services.

ISEEK provides information in four main areas:

Visit important ISEEK pages such as:

Career Assessments
Link to assessments that will help you identify jobs that match your skills and interests.

Develop a Plan
Plan ahead to fund your college or vocational education.

Minnesota's Electronic Portfolio
eFolio Minnesota allows you to create and showcase your personal accomplishments on a web page.

Source: Minnesota Online High School: www.mnohs.org.

Page last updated in May 2007.