What is Advanced Academics?

• A complete online learning solution for at risk students, traditional students, and accelerated students.
• State-correlated courses over the web. 
• Certified teaching staff along with teaching assistants offers support 24/7 using a variety of communication tools from email, instant messaging, and the telephone to communicate with students. 
• A variety of courses for all students.

Why did TCTC team up with Advanced Academics?

TCTC teamed up with Advanced Academics to offer our students the opportunity to receive superior training in all academic fields and offer an opportunity to those who may not be able to attend TCTC due to scheduling conflicts with their home school.  This is another way for students to receive graduation credit for the subject they needed and still be able to come to TCTC to receive training for a job.

Is online learning for me?

Here is a page that should help answer this question.  http://www1.advancedacademics.net/new_student_faq.htm

Do I qualify for enrollment into TCTC online learning?

To qualify for enrollment into TCTC’s online learning, you must meet these conditions:

• Enrolled in one of TCTC’s partner schools.
• Enrolled in a TCTC program.
• Must be a class needed for graduation and not offered at your home school during the time of day you are at your home school.
• Student, parent, counselor and principal must sign an agreement allowing you to take a class.

 What do I do to get enrolled?

• Make sure you qualify for enrollment into the program.  If you are not sure if you qualify, just ask your home school counselor or ask one of the counselors at TCTC.
• Print off an enrollment form or get one from a counselor.
• Fill it out.  Make sure your parents or guardians sign it.  You also need a signature from your counselor and principal.  Your counselor will help you fill out the form.
• Give the form to a TCTC counselor to finish your enrollment.

Can I do the work at home?

Yes, you can do the work at home or anywhere there is a computer and internet access.  However, you will be given a time and the days when you will need to do your work in Lab 3 of the BCT classroom.  You will also have to take any test in Lab 3 of the BCT classroom.

What does it cost?

It is absolutely free if you are a student in good standing at TCTC.  TCTC will pay for the course.  If you fail the class or drop out of the class after the 30-day trial period then you agree to pay the $350 fee for the class.

What classes are offered?

Please visit the website below to see all the course offerings or visit with Mr. Baker or a counselor at TCTC. 

Go to www.advancedacademics.com 

Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on course catalog.

Will my school accept the credit from Advanced Academics?

Yes, when you fill out the enrollment form for the online class, your counselor and principal will sign it agreeing to give you credit for the class.  It will be on your transcript.

Do I have to be enrolled in TCTC to take a class?

Yes, you must be enrolled in one of TCTC’s programs.  TCTC offers a wide variety of programs to choose from, we know we can help you find a program just right for you.

Can I take all my classes at TCTC instead of going to my home school?

No, these classes are only to help you receive the credit in the classes you need that will allow you to attend TCTC.  It is not a substitute for classes you could take at your home school.

Can I take more than one class a semester?

If your home school counselor has given you permission to take more than one class through Advanced Academics, and you finish one class before the semester is over, then TCTC may enroll you in the next class you need to take.  TCTC will not enroll you in more than one class simultaneously.

When can I enroll?

You can enroll at the beginning of each semester if you are a new student.  If you are a repeating student enrolling in another class, you can enroll as soon as you finish the first class.

Do I have to be at TCTC to take my test?

Yes, you must take your test at TCTC in Computer Lab 3 in the BCT classroom.

What if I don’t have an email address?

If you don’t have an email address, then TCTC will help you create one through a free email service like Yahoo!.  It will be your responsibility to maintain your account and to use it properly.

If I don’t have a computer, can I still participate in the class?

You can still participate.  TCTC will offer times when you will be able to use Lab 3 in the BCT computer lab.  Most libraries have computers you can use and your home school should have computers available for you to use.  You can also get on anywhere there is a computer and internet access.  Not having a computer doesn’t stop you from participating in the class, but it can make it more difficult to succeed in the online class.

Is Advanced Academics accredited?

Advanced Academics is accredited from The Commission of International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). In addition, Advanced Academics receives accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

Who do I contact at TCTC if I want to get more information about Advanced Academics classes?

Kendall Baker, Online/Math Instructor  918-331-3266

Kerensa Darnell, Coordinator  918-331-3375

Mary Boatman, Counselor   918-331-3294

Brent Ryan, Counselor   918-331-3227

I have other questions about how to use Advanced Academics.  How can I get these answered?

You can go to the website below to find more answers to your questions about how to use Advanced Academics www.advancedacademics.net/new_student_faq.htm 

You can also call Mr. Baker at 918-331-3266.

Can I or my parents check my grade in Advanced Academics?

If at any time your parents would like to check on your progress they can by going to www.advancedacademics.net and clicking on progress report.  From there they will need to type in your username and password.  They may also call Mr. Baker at 918-331-3266

Will I be eligible for extra curricular activities if I am failing the course?

Every Friday Mr. Baker puts your grade and percentage of work done into a formula to figure out a grade for the week.  He will then send your home school counselor a list of names of students who are not passing their Advanced Academics course.  This could result in you not being eligible for extra curricular activities.

How can I figure out for myself if I am eligible for extra curricular activities?

Open the Average completion rate file in the forms section.  Use the percent of the course you have completed and the date for the week we are in, find out what percentage you have completed.  Add that number to the grade you have in the class and divide by 2 to see if you are passing.  If you have completed more of the course than what the week shows, then just use your actual grade to see if you are passing.  There is an example of this in the average completion rate file.

What are the system requirements my computer must have to run Advanced Academics?

This page will show you the requirements your computer must have.

http://www1.advancedacademics.com/tech_reqs.htm  It will also provide you with links to all the free software that is required.

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