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When your student begins to take dual enrollment classes for college credit, they must, of course, interact with a college professor. For many, this can be a new and potentially frightening experience—professors seem so much more knowledgable and intimidating than the typical high school teacher! However, after over a year of college classes and more than twenty-five credits earned, I have some tips for you and your students as they begin their own dual enrollment experience.

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How does your student manage time? What course structure do they prefer? Do they enjoy the traditional landscape of a classroom environment, or the coziness of home? 

I have had to grapple with many interesting similar questions concerning my own classes before, and maybe you have had these same exact questions too. The truth is that the answers to these questions can help determine whether online or in-person classes are best for your student.

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Adding any credit earning course to your student’s schedule also adds a lot of responsibility. Especially in AP or dual enrollment classes, where work is often done on a strict timeline and paced by a teacher, time management is crucial.

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Homeschoolers can earn college credit at some of the highest-ranked colleges in the country, either in person or from the comfort of their own homes.

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Focus, Memory, and Information Retention Techniques for DE Students

In a new generation filled with short-form media, mental health challenges, instant gratification, and other forms of attention-span-shortening factors, students are struggling more and more with focus and memory. In fact, Gen Z’s attention span is approximately eight seconds long. This is shorter than the previous generation by four seconds. To combat this issue, I intend to present my generation with tips and tricks I have found to be quite helpful.

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Whether your student is new to Dual Enrollment or a veteran, choosing classes with them can be very important. As the fall semester comes to a close, you will likely face a myriad of options in choosing next semester’s classes. The countless decisions may seem daunting, but I believe that with a few helpful resources and metrics, it doesn’t have to be scary at all.

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(This post was written by our HS4CC 11th grade Intern, Jasmine. Jasmine is Homeschooled for College Credit in Texas.)

When I started dual enrollment, I spoke to no one except my professor and the homeschool friend I went with…

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(This post was written by our HS4CC 12th grade Intern, Liam. Liam is Homeschooled for College Credit in Georgia.) With all the nuances of earning college credit, it’s no surprise that misconceptions occur. Whether your student believes that English 101 will be the hardest thing they’ve ever done or you believe that college classes are the only way to earn college credit, there is so much room for small mishaps in navigating the college credit process.

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(This post was written by our HS4CC 11th grade Intern, Jasmine. Jasmine is Homeschooled for College Credit in Texas.) College can be a challenging and daunting landscape for a first-time dual-enrollment student. Walking into an official college class flooded with adults and led by a knowledgeable professor can seem petrifying. Classes can also be just as overwhelming for long-time DE students. Between communication, coursework, group projects, and exams, there’s a lot to handle at once. Luckily I have picked up some useful tips to guarantee a successful class experience.

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