Distance Learning

Online Learning via NetNZ

NetNZ is a community of schools which engages in e-learning opportunities for our students. NetNZ is a member of the Virtual Learning Network Community (VLNC), which uses a range of technologies to access courses online and provides e-learning opportunities to meet the needs of students.

Students enrolled via NetNZ have approximately an hour-long, online face-to-face class each week. The 'e-teacher' also provides an online classroom where the student works for 3-4 hours each week.

Your e-Dean will provide you with a timetable for your subject study time and the scheduled conference class. You can communicate regularly with your e-teacher through emails, online forums such as Google Communities, Google Hangouts, and text messaging.

You will need access to a computer and the internet during school to work independently in your online environment/online classroom. It is highly recommended that you can access the internet at home.

Students may apply to be enrolled in an online course if the subject/course you wish to study is:

• Not currently offered at Twizel Area School
• Clashes with another timetabled class
• Offered through a tertiary organisation

To be a successful online learner, you need to:

• Be self-motivated, well organised and committed to achieving
• Have an excellent attendance record

To learn how NetNZ works, go here: netnz.org | How it Works

Correspondence via Te Kura

There is a full range of well-supported subjects through Te Kura Correspondence School.

Te Kura is a state-funded distance education provider offering a wide range of personalised learning programmes and courses, mostly delivered online. Students can enrol for a few credits in a specific course or for a full-time programme.

You are supported through:

• Individual support (with your learning advisor to help you plan your programme of learning based on your passions, interests and learning goals)
• Qualified subject teachers (just an online discussion, phone call or email away)
• Access to advisories in many regions (where you can talk to teachers and meet other students)

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