Students may earn Ontario high school credits online through the Lakehead District School Board E-Learning Program. Students taking an e-learning course will receive their instruction, assignments and tests online at the board e-learning site (lhbe.elearningontario.ca). Participating students will be given face to face initial training on how to use the site and meet their teacher at the start of the semester. These courses meet all curriculum expectations and are taught by fully qualified teachers in one of our four high schools.
Why should I consider an e-learning course?
Your school may not offer the course or the course may not fit into your timetable. It is a great opportunity to experience an online course. Many post secondary institutions offer e-learning as part of their programs. The workplace regularly uses online courses for both job orientation and career training of employees. You may be comfortable working online. e-Learning courses give you the freedom to work at home and learn on your own time.
Will I be completely on my own?
No. Your teacher will regularly contact you via online discussions or email so you can quickly access assistance and subject support. Student services at your school will be available for support as with regular classes. A help desk is available that students and teachers can call five days a week is available if they are having technical difficulties.
What kind of computer do I require?
All e-learning students will be given access to a computer in their school to logon to the board e-learning site. To log on to the site at home most computers with an Internet connection will suffice, Minimum computer specs – Windows XP or Mac OS 10.3. PIII, 256 MB, Macintosh G3 or better with a connection to the Internet.
Is e-learning right for me?
To qualify for e-learning a student must be enrolled in 3 other day school courses. A typical e-learning student should be:
- Self motivated and be able to organize their time without direct supervision;
- Comfortable using computer technology;
- Able to work independently;
- Have access to a computer and the internet.
The following e-learning courses are available and there may be opportunities for additional E-learning courses to be offered based on student enrolment.
Semester 1
| CGR4ME | The Environment and Resource Management | University/College |
| Prerequisite: See Student Services | Grade 12 | |
| CHV2OE | Civics and Citizenship (1/2 Credit) | Open |
| Prerequisite: None | Grade 10 | |
| EMS30E | Media Studies | Open |
| Prerequisite: ENG2P1 or ENG2D1 | Grade 11 | |
| GLC2OE | Career Studies (1/2 Credit) | Open |
| Prerequisite: None | Grade 10 | |
| HSP3UE | Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, University and Sociology | University |
| Prerequisite: ENG2D1 or CHC2D1 | Grade 11 | |
| HSB4UE | Challenge and Change in Society | University |
| Prerequisite: See Student Services | Grade 12 | |
| ICS4UE | Computer Science | University |
| Prerequisite: ICS3U1 | Grade 12 | |
| MHF4UE | Advanced Functions | University |
| Prerequisite: MCR3U1 or MCT4C1 | Grade 12 | |
| SVN3ME | Environmental Science | University/College |
| Prerequisite: SNC2P1 or SNC2D1 | Grade 11 |
Semester 2
| CHV2OE | Civics and Citizenship (1/2 Credit) | Open |
| Prerequisite: None | Grade 10 | |
| CHW3ME | World History to the End of the 15th Century | University/College |
| Prerequisite: CHC2P1 or CHC2D1 | Grade 11 | |
| CGW4UE | World Issues: A Geographic Analysis | University |
| Prerequisite: See Student Services | Grade 12 | |
| ENG4UE | English | University |
| Prerequisite: ENG3U1 | Grade 12 | |
| EWC4UE | The Writer’s Craft | University |
| Prerequisite: ENG3U1 | Grade 12 | |
| GLC2OE | Career Studies (1/2 Credit) | Open |
| Prerequisite: None | Grade 10 | |
| HSC4ME | World Cultures | University/College |
| Prerequisite: See Student Services | Grade 12 | |
| MCT4CE | Mathematics for College Technology | College |
| Prerequisite: MCF3M1 or MCR3U1 | Grade 12 | |
| MCV4U1 | Calculus and Vectors | University |
| Prerequisite: MHF3U1 | Grade 12 |
For more information about e-learning contact gino_russo@lakeheadschools.ca