Hi Tracy, God Bless You! First thank you for such a great resourceful video you have created about Liberty University Academy. I am a Doctoral Student at LU and I am fascinated with my classes. I learned about this Christian Academy for K12 Students recently and I am pondering the idea to Home School my kids. I live in NYC and there is an active indoctrination with evil ideologies, and hyper sexualization of kids in schools here. Thank You so much!
You are most welcome, Jose! I am so glad you are considering homeschooling your children. Unfortunately, it seems like there is quite a bit of the same in lots of areas other than NYC. Now is a great time to homeschool and there's not one way to do it. You can customize a program just for your kids. There are many, many creative choices. I wish you all the luck. Please check back and let me know how it's going for your family. Make it a great day!
I don't come from prestige but I have a career now and I'm paying for this my children because it's an investment in their future. But the straw that broke the camels back was learning how many active witches are in my children's school .
Welcome to the homeschooling community, Anthony! Your children are blessed to have you as their dad. How old are they? Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything. If you are looking for additional support, I have a Facebook group. Just click the link to join facebook.com/groups/heytherehomeschoolers/.
if you haven't figured it out already about accessing lessons before hand you can access them from your parent account by clicking on courses and choosing the course you would like to look at. you simply use your parent login they gave you at the begging of the year and login with it the same you do with your Child's
I actually could never get my parent account to work properly. I kinda devised a workaround, though. Thanks for the information. I am sure it’s helpful for others. Have a wonderful day!
Hey there! Don't be nervous. There's lots of support for you and the program is fairly easy to follow. The program will challenge you lots, but if you have college plans you may have an easier transition than your classmates. I'd love to know how it turns out for you. All the best to you. Make it a great day!
I’m in 7th grade and have been thinking about going to Liberty University for 8th grade. The only set back is the friendships I’ve built and that you aren’t speaking face to face with a teacher. I think in the classroom its easier for a teacher to explain. I am glad that they have a flexible schedule though because my family is often busy. (I have three other siblings) Thanks for the video! It gave me a lot more info.
Hey there! I think you might find that you love a self-study program. The curriculum is very organized and there are phone/chat teachers available to answer immediate questions. Your teacher is always available by email, but sometimes it can take up to 24 hours for a response. You could always try one class to see if you like it (maybe your favorite subject so the pressure is off). Just a thought. Please keep in touch and let me know how it goes for you.
I enjoyed this video and also thankful for your comment. My daughter is going into 8th grade and we are considering her doing LUOA. Our hesitation is just like you said, lack of community/face to face. May the Lord direct us.
@@heytheretracyh Hi! I did decide to do LUOA this year! I’m still a little bit worried with friendships and community, but our goal is just to be more intentional about spending time with friends. I’m really excited that I’ll get to be more free with my schedule and do more of the things I love. Again thank you for the wonderful video!
@@BeeItsRaining Hey there! It seems like you have made the right decision for you and your family. There are lots of opportunities for community and friends-even more so than in a traditional school setting. You might be surprised. Try everything you think you might be interested in. The community will follow. All the best! I'd love to know how it goes. ❤️
Hey there! Each lesson is designed to take between 35-45 minutes and there are a variety of activities like short videos, reading activities, a few games, worksheets and assignments. My son is also neurodivergent with ADHD and a lot of sensory issues. He really enjoyed both kindergarten and first grade. It was challenging but he really did well. I hope that helps. Make it a great day!❤
I actually came here looking for a review of their adult school of education, but it's very cool to know that they have this for kids/families as well. Kind of makes me think that their degree programs in education are worth a little more if they're actually doing it and not just teaching it.
I would think that not being able to move on to the next assignment until the previous one is finished, would be a huge plus because my son would bounce around.
That feature is great for my son, too. He would definitely bounce around quite a bit, too. The parent/teacher will need to use the parent account if looking ahead and planning for future assignments.
Do you still have the same thoughts about LUOA? I have seen the reviews over the last year go downhill quickly and I'm wondering if their systems/structures are overwhelmed by the volume of interest in home/online learning? Many people in reviews are complaining about not being able to get help when needed (from teachers, admin, or IT), and kids falling behind and being failed for assignments and courses. What are you thoughts this year? And what grades are your kids in? Do you know anything about the high school academy?
Hey there! First I want to say I am sorry. I can almost sense how anxious you must be at trying to make a decision about homeschool and choosing the right curriculum for your family. You have already done the hardest part-deciding to homeschool. I hope that encourages you...now to your questions: We love LUOA/Ember still. I never experienced not being able to get help. I think some might not understand the way the LUOA is set up for help. Immediate questions should be directed to the "phone teacher" (there is always someone on call). When the student's assigned teacher is asked a question it does take about 24 hours for a teacher to answer sometimes. I was always able to reach a counselor or an IT person every single time I called. Additionally, we have exclusively used LUOA/Ember since kindergarten. Our son is now in the 3rd grade. The curriculum is demanding for sure and many are not prepared for the amount of reading and writing that is required beginning in the 2nd grade. I have not experienced the high school curriculum, but we have no plans to change. I have said before that the curriculum is challenging, but I also believe it is well rounded and fair with its expectations. Transferring to LUOA from a traditional school environment can also present its own set of issues and some find the process overwhelming. Usually all the challenges work themselves out as everyone acclimates to a new system, though. I hope that helps you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if I can help answer anything else. Make it a great day!
Anywhere in the grades 8 and up classes do they discuss vaccines and CRT? And how do they portray our founding fathers? Do the kids hear, read the word racist in the Libery Academy curriculum? I hope I can choose this curriculum
Hey there. Everything is taught from a Biblical world view. There is no common core, no CRT or anything related to private medical decisions. I hope that helps.
@@anywho6784 I'm so nervous that I don't know what school is good or not for my 11th grade kid. I have checked between Acellus (no Cognia accreditation), Carlvert Academy, Liberty, Excel high school. What you guys think!! I really new in all this and I don't want to make mistakes choosing HS program.
@@adrianaber75 Hi sorry for jumping in, I was doing research on LUOA and found this great video. We are also looking into Acellus, Excel and Liberty, even Penn Foster. Was curious which one did you go with? Our son will be going into 11th grade.
Thank you for this info!! Q- how can you do one week's worth of one topic on one day, if you're unable to obtain the work for the following day until you complete all work for that currecn day?
Good question! 1-When you submit the assignments, the next lesson will unlock automatically assuming there are no computer issues. 2-A subscriber reminded me that there is a “Canvas Parent” App that will allow you to plan and preview your assignments. I was having issues with mine, so I never really used it, but you are able to preview lessons on the parent app. I hope that helps!
Do you mind if I ask how long (on average) does it take for you to get through a day of lessons on a 4 day school schedule? My child is going to be in first grade and we’re considering switching to LUOA this next school year. In deciding which route to go, I’m curious as to how long the lessons take each day. My child is neurodivergent, so I’m concerned about sensory overload and burn out from doing too much too fast. Kindergarten took us about 45 min up to 2 hours each day depending on the subject, and we used an online school program for that as well. It was the perfect amount of learning time and my child thrived.
Hey there! Ember is great, too. It’s the same curriculum, but mirrors a traditional homeschool program because the parents do the actual grading. You will need to make the schedule for the year with Ember, though. As far as screen time, I don’t find it to be too much. It’s a combination of worksheets, presentations created by the student, and the lessons/tests that are on the screen. Each lesson (up to about 5th grade) is about 35-40 minutes. I hope that helps.
Biggest con I can see is that their LMS doesn't have a built in text-to-speech. A screen reader isn't quite the same as built in voice options (such as other online schools who run Ignitia). I didn't hear anything about possible course extensions for extra time, is an option for if the student needs more than 10 months? Do they offer tutoring to students who need extra help?
What great questions, Natalie! It would be nice to have a text-to-speech option for those who need it, but as of now, that option is not available. As for extra time for assignments, students really aren't penalized for late assignments unless they are 2 weeks late-and you should always let the teacher know in those cases. Having said that, LUOA does have specialists who can help with a 504 plan and accommodations (time restrictions, timed tests, assignment extensions, etc.). There would be extra teacher correspondence from the student's teacher and there is a teacher on-call with the helpline (available through live chat or by phone), but there is no tutoring program. If the student needs longer than 10 months, it is possible to request an extension for a month. If approved, there is no additional charge. If a second month (extension) is needed after that, another extension would need to be approved and there is a $50 charge for each course requiring the extension. I hope that helps, but if you have any other questions please feel free to email academic support at luoaacademicsupport@liberty.edu. You might also consider registering for one or 2 classes to see how it goes. Enjoy the summer!
Hey there! You mean "How to Get Help?" Some are in the link below, but if you don't find it there, please email me at teachmetracyt@gmail.com and I will send it to you. All the best!
as a student who currently attends this school, i am in 11th grade and have been attending it for two years, i personally do not recommend going to this school. the curriculum is very hard to work with and if you dont have the option to work with your parents to help you (both of my parents work full time during the day) it can be harder to understand the content. even though it is very much possible to work on your own since this is more of an independent learning school. but as i stated earlier, the coursework is unbelievably challenging to work with, most of the classes aren't even up to date with other schools. i am currently taking a math class featuring math concepts from the 90s :/ which isnt helpful at all, the teachers are wonderful to communicate with and are very understanding but that is pretty much the only positive experience i have had with this school. since attending i have honestly struggled to grasp subjects and concepts and even if i performed better with the help of my parents i should NOT need the help. even my sister who started attending this school earlier in the year has struggled and stated that she hates school, which she never had before in the past. in the end, it is very draining trying to keep up with the constant work that just doesn't follow through, next year i will finish my final year of high school in a local public school. for the amount you have to pay for this school, it is definitely NOT worth it.
Hey there! I agree that curriculum is challenging. I think it is designed to be that way for high school to prepare you for whatever career path you might decide to take. I wish you lots of luck and I hope you find a solution that works for you. Enjoy the summer!
The online undergrad program courses I have to take are like this too. online had its pros but when having to calculate things for math or anything financial course related, makes me realize the difference of having an actual teacher or at least utilizing zoom or teams to see a teacher working out the problems. Hope it works out for you!
i’m sorry, but i politely do not agree with this. i understand that being in high school things will be harder as you go up a grade but keeping up with the constant class work when the school has said beforehand that it will be “easy to maintain” or that i can have a “flexible schedule” but it really isn’t. i currently work a part time job to help save for when i move out and it’s vital that i’m able to save that money, but because this school doesn’t really provide me with the care i want in these classes it has made it very difficult and stressful for me to continue to work at my job, in the end, i am not trying to be rude or disrespectful i just disagree and still stand my ground as a student to not attend this school
@Raina AHH it is so nice to meet another student who attends this school, feels so lonely since you can’t actually interact with ANY of your classmates 😭😭 i’m currently taking algebra 2 rn as well, which i’m struggling horribly at since the lessons for that class are based off of 90s math
@Raina im gonna be 100% honest, i use youtube for. math now. i just search what im supposed to be learning and pray that it works lol typically it does but whats really annoying about the math is that the lesson videos and problems that you watch are completely different from the problems that you complete during the homework portion of the lesson and just makes it more difficult :( last year when i first attended this school as a sophmore i was told that if i finished all of my first semester classes with good grades then i could do the dual enrollment course. so to prepare me for that i took 9 classes for my first semester and i barely passed any of them. still struggling with my grades now. also im a little confused about what you said with the pronoun thing, do you prefer to use those pronouns or do you prefer more feminine pronouns
Hey there! The videos are supplements to the curriculum and are imbedded within it. There is a misconception that the videos provide instruction. It is the parent or education coordinator who is actually teaching the material. The teachers at LUOA are there to grade assignments and to provide guidance and/or assistance when there is an issue, but you would be responsible for facilitating the learning environment. All of that being said, the videos imbedded in the curriculum are engaging and fun and provide additional support. Please click the link to see a sample of the curriculum. www.liberty.edu/online-academy/ I hope that helps. Make it a great day!
Hello. I was truly considering Enlightium Academy before coming across your video. Has anyone heard of this school? Seem great but also too good to be true? Both my kids, rising 4th & 6th, are not so independent academically. They are very much used to brick and mortar school, being taught the material and being given an already made study guide to memorize then take the test. Does Liberty University have a lot of support and help for the children if they dont understand the material? This is my biggest concern. Enlightium Academy does offer all the extra help (of course it costs extra) but they seem to have mixed reviews. More positive reviews than bad (but this could also be very biased.. maybe they also discounted their tuition for a good review??) Any help would be greatly appreciated.
In addition to this, i am not looking for anything that is home schooling. I dont have the time yet alone the patience, unfortunately. Im looking for an online school, that provides pre-recorded instructional videos, with additional help if students need it. A school that teaches mainly through digital text and assume children would be independently learning would not be something my kids cam follow so easily. On this note, would you still recommend Liberty University Online Academy for my family?
Hey there! I haven't heard of Enlightium Academy. We have been exclusively using LUOA's curriculum since we began homeschooling. Based on what you have shared, it looks like LUOA might not be a good fit for your family. I elaborate in this video ruclips.net/video/H7D-QQxSmhY/видео.html. LUOA boils down to this: The student works independently or the parent teaches/facilitates the curriculum. It really depends on the student. There are some short video clips embedded in the lessons, but they are designed to supplement the written material. The student's assigned teacher is there for feedback on submitted assignments and for grading purposes. The student's assigned teacher is accessible by email only and may take up to 24 hours to resolve any issues or questions; however, students/facilitators do have access to a "phone teacher". The "phone teacher" is available by phone or chat for clarification on lesson instructions or general concepts in the midst of a lesson, but would not usually be the student's assigned teacher. The "phone teacher" does not do any teaching of the lessons. LUOA has curriculum samples available at www.liberty.edu/online-academy/. I hope that answers your questions. I wish you the best of luck during your search. Everyone's homeschooling journey is different. It can be long and sometimes difficult, but it is worth it-I promise. Please check back and let me know what you discover. Cheering for you!
Hey there! It depends on the grade level, but each lesson takes about 35-40 minutes. If we start at 9, we are usually finished by noon. I hope that helps.
Hey there, Owen! We have not tried it. There are so many options for parents these days. I will research it and see if I can accommodate your request. I appreciate the information. Enjoy your weekend!
I'm so nervous that I don't know what school is good or not for my 11th grade kid. I have checked between Acellus (no Cognia accreditation), Carlvert Academy, Liberty, Excel high school. What you guys think!! I really new in all this and I don't want to make mistakes choosing HS program. please HELP!
First I’d like to encourage you, Adriana. You are not “stuck” in one particular program. I’m not sure if it’s really possible to make a mistake when choosing to homeschool. Also, I’m not sure if you are aware of this or not, but you can enroll in LUOA part time to see if you like the classes and/or format. That way, you are not fully committed. It all really depends on which curriculum fits the needs of your student and family. I don’t have any experience with other curricula. We’ve always used Liberty’s curriculum. I hope that helps! ❤️
Can you pick which classes a middle schooler takes? I went to the link that shows the curriculum and it showed a bible class. Does the student have to take that class?
Hey there! It’s module based with some helpful supplemental videos. Videos are embedded into the lessons as you proceed through the modules. There is no “teaching” from the student’s assigned teacher. The supervising adult executes the curriculum as needed. I hope that helps.
Do you mean with the school district? My state currently does not allow homeschoolers to participate with the PS kids, but there are 22 states that do allow homeschoolers to participate. I would encourage you to reach out to your district and see. Many states are warming to the idea of changing rules regarding participation-especially due to the number of families homeschooling now. How old are your children?
I am not entirely sure what the teaching style is for 5th grade. I think the style depends on both the teacher (parent) and the student. I have not taught the 5th grade curriculum yet. You can sample the curriculum, though. Click this link and scroll until you find the grade you are looking for. www.liberty.edu/online-academy/curriculum-preview/. I hope that helps.
Liberty gives the parent access to the curriculum and the parents teach it to the student. There is no daily interaction with teachers; however, you can get clarification from your child's teacher by email. They usually answer within 24 hours. If you require assistance during a lesson, you will be able to reach an "on-call" teacher. Your teachers record the grades and give feedback on assignments, but they do not work with the students directly. I hope that helps you.
I am sure you can. You will need to apply, submit a transcript and be accepted. The curriculum has presentations, quizzes, tests, assignments, etc. that will need to be graded. I feel like it’s a pretty balanced curriculum, but I’m not sure if I’d say it’s easier than public high school. There is a preview of the curriculum on their website. Check it out at www.liberty.edu. Good luck!
Hey there! Since LUOA is an accredited school, I really don't see the reason why a student couldn't go on to any institution of higher learning including the ones you mentioned. You may even find LUOA's curriculum better prepares its students for higher education than a traditional school model. I wish you luck. I hope that helps.
What pros and cons do you have with your curriculum?
Hi Tracy, God Bless You! First thank you for such a great resourceful video you have created about Liberty University Academy. I am a Doctoral Student at LU and I am fascinated with my classes. I learned about this Christian Academy for K12 Students recently and I am pondering the idea to Home School my kids.
I live in NYC and there is an active indoctrination with evil ideologies, and hyper sexualization of kids in schools here.
Thank You so much!
You are most welcome, Jose! I am so glad you are considering homeschooling your children. Unfortunately, it seems like there is quite a bit of the same in lots of areas other than NYC. Now is a great time to homeschool and there's not one way to do it. You can customize a program just for your kids. There are many, many creative choices. I wish you all the luck. Please check back and let me know how it's going for your family. Make it a great day!
Hello I live in NY Long Island schools are terrible 🥲let's hope to make the right decision for them
I don't come from prestige but I have a career now and I'm paying for this my children because it's an investment in their future. But the straw that broke the camels back was learning how many active witches are in my children's school .
Welcome to the homeschooling community, Anthony! Your children are blessed to have you as their dad. How old are they? Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything. If you are looking for additional support, I have a Facebook group. Just click the link to join facebook.com/groups/heytherehomeschoolers/.
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what???? at LUOA?
if you haven't figured it out already about accessing lessons before hand you can access them from your parent account by clicking on courses and choosing the course you would like to look at. you simply use your parent login they gave you at the begging of the year and login with it the same you do with your Child's
I actually could never get my parent account to work properly. I kinda devised a workaround, though. Thanks for the information. I am sure it’s helpful for others. Have a wonderful day!
I might go there next year for 11th grade, I'm so nervous because I haven't been on an online school before.
Hey there! Don't be nervous. There's lots of support for you and the program is fairly easy to follow. The program will challenge you lots, but if you have college plans you may have an easier transition than your classmates. I'd love to know how it turns out for you. All the best to you. Make it a great day!
Thanks for these pros & cons to solidify my decision to enroll. We have 4 kiddos starting LUOA in 2 weeks.
Wonderful! I am sure you will love it. If you haven’t already joined, there is a LUOA Facebook group. Lots of luck!
I’m in 7th grade and have been thinking about going to Liberty University for 8th grade. The only set back is the friendships I’ve built and that you aren’t speaking face to face with a teacher. I think in the classroom its easier for a teacher to explain. I am glad that they have a flexible schedule though because my family is often busy. (I have three other siblings) Thanks for the video! It gave me a lot more info.
Hey there! I think you might find that you love a self-study program. The curriculum is very organized and there are phone/chat teachers available to answer immediate questions. Your teacher is always available by email, but sometimes it can take up to 24 hours for a response. You could always try one class to see if you like it (maybe your favorite subject so the pressure is off). Just a thought. Please keep in touch and let me know how it goes for you.
I enjoyed this video and also thankful for your comment. My daughter is going into 8th grade and we are considering her doing LUOA. Our hesitation is just like you said, lack of community/face to face. May the Lord direct us.
@@heytheretracyh Hi! I did decide to do LUOA this year! I’m still a little bit worried with friendships and community, but our goal is just to be more intentional about spending time with friends. I’m really excited that I’ll get to be more free with my schedule and do more of the things I love. Again thank you for the wonderful video!
@@BeeItsRaining Hey there! It seems like you have made the right decision for you and your family. There are lots of opportunities for community and friends-even more so than in a traditional school setting. You might be surprised. Try everything you think you might be interested in. The community will follow. All the best! I'd love to know how it goes. ❤️
Hey there! Each lesson is designed to take between 35-45 minutes and there are a variety of activities like short videos, reading activities, a few games, worksheets and assignments. My son is also neurodivergent with ADHD and a lot of sensory issues. He really enjoyed both kindergarten and first grade. It was challenging but he really did well. I hope that helps. Make it a great day!❤
I actually came here looking for a review of their adult school of education, but it's very cool to know that they have this for kids/families as well. Kind of makes me think that their degree programs in education are worth a little more if they're actually doing it and not just teaching it.
Hi Tracy, I'm listening to your "honest review" and i;m online pre-law so i;m going to move to Va
Hey there! Virginia is great! Enjoy the area. There's lots to offer.
I would think that not being able to move on to the next assignment until the previous one is finished, would be a huge plus because my son would bounce around.
That feature is great for my son, too. He would definitely bounce around quite a bit, too. The parent/teacher will need to use the parent account if looking ahead and planning for future assignments.
It's not good for the parent teacher
Do you still have the same thoughts about LUOA? I have seen the reviews over the last year go downhill quickly and I'm wondering if their systems/structures are overwhelmed by the volume of interest in home/online learning? Many people in reviews are complaining about not being able to get help when needed (from teachers, admin, or IT), and kids falling behind and being failed for assignments and courses. What are you thoughts this year? And what grades are your kids in? Do you know anything about the high school academy?
Hey there! First I want to say I am sorry. I can almost sense how anxious you must be at trying to make a decision about homeschool and choosing the right curriculum for your family. You have already done the hardest part-deciding to homeschool. I hope that encourages you...now to your questions: We love LUOA/Ember still. I never experienced not being able to get help. I think some might not understand the way the LUOA is set up for help. Immediate questions should be directed to the "phone teacher" (there is always someone on call). When the student's assigned teacher is asked a question it does take about 24 hours for a teacher to answer sometimes. I was always able to reach a counselor or an IT person every single time I called. Additionally, we have exclusively used LUOA/Ember since kindergarten. Our son is now in the 3rd grade. The curriculum is demanding for sure and many are not prepared for the amount of reading and writing that is required beginning in the 2nd grade. I have not experienced the high school curriculum, but we have no plans to change. I have said before that the curriculum is challenging, but I also believe it is well rounded and fair with its expectations. Transferring to LUOA from a traditional school environment can also present its own set of issues and some find the process overwhelming. Usually all the challenges work themselves out as everyone acclimates to a new system, though. I hope that helps you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if I can help answer anything else. Make it a great day!
Thank yo for this helpful video!!! I really appreciate it.
You are most welcome! Let me know if you have any questions.
Anywhere in the grades 8 and up classes do they discuss vaccines and CRT? And how do they portray our founding fathers? Do the kids hear, read the word racist in the Libery Academy curriculum? I hope I can choose this curriculum
Hey there. Everything is taught from a Biblical world view. There is no common core, no CRT or anything related to private medical decisions. I hope that helps.
Thank you for this I’m so nervous about beginning the process with my 8th grader.
Awwww....I was nervous, too, but trust me...you already know more than you think you do. You got this! There is lots of support at LUOA, too.
Princess how do you feel now since your 8th grader has been enrolled for a while?
@@anywho6784 I'm so nervous that I don't know what school is good or not for my 11th grade kid. I have checked between Acellus (no Cognia accreditation), Carlvert Academy, Liberty, Excel high school. What you guys think!! I really new in all this and I don't want to make mistakes choosing HS program.
@@adrianaber75 Hi sorry for jumping in, I was doing research on LUOA and found this great video. We are also looking into Acellus, Excel and Liberty, even Penn Foster. Was curious which one did you go with? Our son will be going into 11th grade.
Thank you for this info!!
Q- how can you do one week's worth of one topic on one day, if you're unable to obtain the work for the following day until you complete all work for that currecn day?
Good question! 1-When you submit the assignments, the next lesson will unlock automatically assuming there are no computer issues. 2-A subscriber reminded me that there is a “Canvas Parent”
App that will allow you to plan and preview your assignments. I was having issues with mine, so I never really used it, but you are able to preview lessons on the parent app. I hope that helps!
@@heytheretracyh got it! That makes complete sense! Thank you for educating me. Often, it is the little things :)
Do you mind if I ask how long (on average) does it take for you to get through a day of lessons on a 4 day school schedule? My child is going to be in first grade and we’re considering switching to LUOA this next school year. In deciding which route to go, I’m curious as to how long the lessons take each day. My child is neurodivergent, so I’m concerned about sensory overload and burn out from doing too much too fast. Kindergarten took us about 45 min up to 2 hours each day depending on the subject, and we used an online school program for that as well. It was the perfect amount of learning time and my child thrived.
Thanks for the video! We are considering using Ember. Do you do quite a bit of printing? Have you found the screen time to be too much?
Hey there! Ember is great, too. It’s the same curriculum, but mirrors a traditional homeschool program because the parents do the actual grading. You will need to make the schedule for the year with Ember, though. As far as screen time, I don’t find it to be too much. It’s a combination of worksheets, presentations created by the student, and the lessons/tests that are on the screen. Each lesson (up to about 5th grade) is about 35-40 minutes. I hope that helps.
Biggest con I can see is that their LMS doesn't have a built in text-to-speech. A screen reader isn't quite the same as built in voice options (such as other online schools who run Ignitia). I didn't hear anything about possible course extensions for extra time, is an option for if the student needs more than 10 months? Do they offer tutoring to students who need extra help?
What great questions, Natalie! It would be nice to have a text-to-speech option for those who need it, but as of now, that option is not available. As for extra time for assignments, students really aren't penalized for late assignments unless they are 2 weeks late-and you should always let the teacher know in those cases. Having said that, LUOA does have specialists who can help with a 504 plan and accommodations (time restrictions, timed tests, assignment extensions, etc.). There would be extra teacher correspondence from the student's teacher and there is a teacher on-call with the helpline (available through live chat or by phone), but there is no tutoring program. If the student needs longer than 10 months, it is possible to request an extension for a month. If approved, there is no additional charge. If a second month (extension) is needed after that, another extension would need to be approved and there is a $50 charge for each course requiring the extension. I hope that helps, but if you have any other questions please feel free to email academic support at luoaacademicsupport@liberty.edu. You might also consider registering for one or 2 classes to see how it goes. Enjoy the summer!
Hi Tracy ,
I have a question I hope you can help me .
What do you think about ignite online academy by aop.
Thank you in advance.
My Name is Nayeli.
My daughter is starting homeschooling and LUOA. Your videos are so helpful! How do I get a hold of that contact sheet?
Hey there! You mean "How to Get Help?" Some are in the link below, but if you don't find it there, please email me at teachmetracyt@gmail.com and I will send it to you. All the best!
as a student who currently attends this school, i am in 11th grade and have been attending it for two years, i personally do not recommend going to this school. the curriculum is very hard to work with and if you dont have the option to work with your parents to help you (both of my parents work full time during the day) it can be harder to understand the content. even though it is very much possible to work on your own since this is more of an independent learning school. but as i stated earlier, the coursework is unbelievably challenging to work with, most of the classes aren't even up to date with other schools. i am currently taking a math class featuring math concepts from the 90s :/ which isnt helpful at all, the teachers are wonderful to communicate with and are very understanding but that is pretty much the only positive experience i have had with this school. since attending i have honestly struggled to grasp subjects and concepts and even if i performed better with the help of my parents i should NOT need the help. even my sister who started attending this school earlier in the year has struggled and stated that she hates school, which she never had before in the past. in the end, it is very draining trying to keep up with the constant work that just doesn't follow through, next year i will finish my final year of high school in a local public school. for the amount you have to pay for this school, it is definitely NOT worth it.
Hey there! I agree that curriculum is challenging. I think it is designed to be that way for high school to prepare you for whatever career path you might decide to take. I wish you lots of luck and I hope you find a solution that works for you. Enjoy the summer!
The online undergrad program courses I have to take are like this too. online had its pros but when having to calculate things for math or anything financial course related, makes me realize the difference of having an actual teacher or at least utilizing zoom or teams to see a teacher working out the problems. Hope it works out for you!
i’m sorry, but i politely do not agree with this. i understand that being in high school things will be harder as you go up a grade but keeping up with the constant class work when the school has said beforehand that it will be “easy to maintain” or that i can have a “flexible schedule” but it really isn’t. i currently work a part time job to help save for when i move out and it’s vital that i’m able to save that money, but because this school doesn’t really provide me with the care i want in these classes it has made it very difficult and stressful for me to continue to work at my job, in the end, i am not trying to be rude or disrespectful i just disagree and still stand my ground as a student to not attend this school
@Raina AHH it is so nice to meet another student who attends this school, feels so lonely since you can’t actually interact with ANY of your classmates 😭😭 i’m currently taking algebra 2 rn as well, which i’m struggling horribly at since the lessons for that class are based off of 90s math
@Raina im gonna be 100% honest, i use youtube for. math now. i just search what im supposed to be learning and pray that it works lol typically it does but whats really annoying about the math is that the lesson videos and problems that you watch are completely different from the problems that you complete during the homework portion of the lesson and just makes it more difficult :( last year when i first attended this school as a sophmore i was told that if i finished all of my first semester classes with good grades then i could do the dual enrollment course. so to prepare me for that i took 9 classes for my first semester and i barely passed any of them. still struggling with my grades now. also im a little confused about what you said with the pronoun thing, do you prefer to use those pronouns or do you prefer more feminine pronouns
Hi! New to your account. My youngest will be starting 2nd and I'm considering LUOA. Did you find the videos engaging and fun?
Hey there! The videos are supplements to the curriculum and are imbedded within it. There is a misconception that the videos provide instruction. It is the parent or education coordinator who is actually teaching the material. The teachers at LUOA are there to grade assignments and to provide guidance and/or assistance when there is an issue, but you would be responsible for facilitating the learning environment. All of that being said, the videos imbedded in the curriculum are engaging and fun and provide additional support. Please click the link to see a sample of the curriculum. www.liberty.edu/online-academy/
I hope that helps. Make it a great day!
Thank you so much!!
Hey there! You are very welcome!
Hello. I was truly considering Enlightium Academy before coming across your video. Has anyone heard of this school? Seem great but also too good to be true?
Both my kids, rising 4th & 6th, are not so independent academically. They are very much used to brick and mortar school, being taught the material and being given an already made study guide to memorize then take the test.
Does Liberty University have a lot of support and help for the children if they dont understand the material? This is my biggest concern.
Enlightium Academy does offer all the extra help (of course it costs extra) but they seem to have mixed reviews. More positive reviews than bad (but this could also be very biased.. maybe they also discounted their tuition for a good review??)
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
In addition to this, i am not looking for anything that is home schooling. I dont have the time yet alone the patience, unfortunately.
Im looking for an online school, that provides pre-recorded instructional videos, with additional help if students need it.
A school that teaches mainly through digital text and assume children would be independently learning would not be something my kids cam follow so easily.
On this note, would you still recommend Liberty University Online Academy for my family?
Hey there! I haven't heard of Enlightium Academy. We have been exclusively using LUOA's curriculum since we began homeschooling. Based on what you have shared, it looks like LUOA might not be a good fit for your family. I elaborate in this video ruclips.net/video/H7D-QQxSmhY/видео.html. LUOA boils down to this: The student works independently or the parent teaches/facilitates the curriculum. It really depends on the student. There are some short video clips embedded in the lessons, but they are designed to supplement the written material. The student's assigned teacher is there for feedback on submitted assignments and for grading purposes. The student's assigned teacher is accessible by email only and may take up to 24 hours to resolve any issues or questions; however, students/facilitators do have access to a "phone teacher". The "phone teacher" is available by phone or chat for clarification on lesson instructions or general concepts in the midst of a lesson, but would not usually be the student's assigned teacher. The "phone teacher" does not do any teaching of the lessons. LUOA has curriculum samples available at www.liberty.edu/online-academy/. I hope that answers your questions. I wish you the best of luck during your search. Everyone's homeschooling journey is different. It can be long and sometimes difficult, but it is worth it-I promise. Please check back and let me know what you discover. Cheering for you!
@@heytheretracyh Thank you so much I truly appreciate your transparency! I will do more research and perhaps may give enlightium academy a try.
On average, how many hours is a school day w/LUOA?
Hey there! It depends on the grade level, but each lesson takes about 35-40 minutes. If we start at 9, we are usually finished by noon. I hope that helps.
Do they send “any” books or is everything online..?
Hey there! Everything is contained on line. No text books are necessary. I hope that helps. Make it a great day!
I don't have an opinion at Liberty yet it's my first semester
Hey there! Lots of luck in your first semester. I'd love to hear back from you.
Have you tried Ember? I’d love a review comparing the two
Hey there, Owen! We have not tried it. There are so many options for parents these days. I will research it and see if I can accommodate your request. I appreciate the information. Enjoy your weekend!
I'm so nervous that I don't know what school is good or not for my 11th grade kid. I have checked between Acellus (no Cognia accreditation), Carlvert Academy, Liberty, Excel high school. What you guys think!! I really new in all this and I don't want to make mistakes choosing HS program. please HELP!
First I’d like to encourage you, Adriana. You are not “stuck” in one particular program. I’m not sure if it’s really possible to make a mistake when choosing to homeschool. Also, I’m not sure if you are aware of this or not, but you can enroll in LUOA part time to see if you like the classes and/or format. That way, you are not fully committed. It all really depends on which curriculum fits the needs of your student and family. I don’t have any experience with other curricula. We’ve always used Liberty’s curriculum. I hope that helps! ❤️
Can you pick which classes a middle schooler takes? I went to the link that shows the curriculum and it showed a bible class. Does the student have to take that class?
Bible is required for LUOA for full-time students. You can enroll part-time, though if you wanted to try a class or two. I hope that helps.
Are the live lessons or is it all video and module based?
Hey there! It’s module based with some helpful supplemental videos. Videos are embedded into the lessons as you proceed through the modules. There is no “teaching” from the student’s assigned teacher. The supervising adult executes the curriculum as needed. I hope that helps.
What is the cost for enrollment?
Do they accept monthly payments for tuition?
They do! We actually pay monthly.
@@heytheretracyh Are your kids able to participate in extra curriculum activities as well?
Do you mean with the school district? My state currently does not allow homeschoolers to participate with the PS kids, but there are 22 states that do allow homeschoolers to participate. I would encourage you to reach out to your district and see. Many states are warming to the idea of changing rules regarding participation-especially due to the number of families homeschooling now. How old are your children?
What is the teaching style for fifth grade?
I am not entirely sure what the teaching style is for 5th grade. I think the style depends on both the teacher (parent) and the student. I have not taught the 5th grade curriculum yet. You can sample the curriculum, though. Click this link and scroll until you find the grade you are looking for. www.liberty.edu/online-academy/curriculum-preview/. I hope that helps.
@@heytheretracyh thank you so much!!!
Anytime! You got this!
do the teachers help the students?
Liberty gives the parent access to the curriculum and the parents teach it to the student. There is no daily interaction with teachers; however, you can get clarification from your child's teacher by email. They usually answer within 24 hours. If you require assistance during a lesson, you will be able to reach an "on-call" teacher. Your teachers record the grades and give feedback on assignments, but they do not work with the students directly. I hope that helps you.
Can I do this as an 18 year old senior? Also is it easier than public high school?
I am sure you can. You will need to apply, submit a transcript and be accepted. The curriculum has presentations, quizzes, tests, assignments, etc. that will need to be graded. I feel like it’s a pretty balanced curriculum, but I’m not sure if I’d say it’s easier than public high school. There is a preview of the curriculum on their website. Check it out at www.liberty.edu. Good luck!
Hlo mam, can i go to masters in top universities (harward ,MIT,etc)after doing undergraduate in liberty
Hey there! Since LUOA is an accredited school, I really don't see the reason why a student couldn't go on to any institution of higher learning including the ones you mentioned. You may even find LUOA's curriculum better prepares its students for higher education than a traditional school model. I wish you luck. I hope that helps.
Don't have to worry about school shootings.
Indeed!