{"id":7957,"date":"2023-03-03T11:37:43","date_gmt":"2023-03-03T11:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fiscalk.com\/?p=7957"},"modified":"2023-03-03T11:37:48","modified_gmt":"2023-03-03T11:37:48","slug":"learning-on-the-road-four-tips-for-a-mobile-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fiscalk.com\/learning-on-the-road-four-tips-for-a-mobile-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning on the Road: Four Tips for a Mobile Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The modern family is constantly evolving. Before, it was very uncommon to see families load into the minivan for a March vacation; nowadays, anything goes. \u201cVan Life\u201d is a trending concept<\/a> among families who prefer to take a nomadic approach to domesticity. And with an uptick in remote workers after the pandemic, more parents are opting to take working vacations during strange times of the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All this is to say, more families are hitting the road. And with them, they need to bring the resources, connectivity and conditions required to provide their children with a robust education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, let\u2019s explore four tips for mobile learning. Here\u2019s how to keep your kids\u2019 education moving forward \u2013 even as the family vehicle moves forward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attend Online Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Distance learning through a traditional brick-and-mortar school can be prohibitively challenging. Instead, consider enrolling in courses at an online high school if you plan to travel. Online schools are remote, flexible and self-paced; students can complete their coursework from anywhere, and arrange their schedule around transit hours. Moreover, quality online schools offer generous support for remote students, including 24\/7 tutoring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accredited online schools offer a turnkey solution for families travelling in off-peak seasons. Check out the grade 12 courses at Ontario eSecondary School<\/a> for examples of course descriptions and online student responsibilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Establish a Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the reasons we love travelling is precisely because <\/em>it\u2019s spontaneous and wild. But spontaneity isn\u2019t always conducive to a structured and productive education. Young learners need to practice time management \u2013 and, to do that, they benefit from routine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, if you\u2019re planning a road trip, divide the days between a) transit time, b) study time and c) fun time. Ensure that each day follows a relatively consistent schedule (on the road at 8 am, at your destination by noon, studying from 12 pm to 5 pm, etc.). Conversely, you can merge transit and study times with a mobile hotspot, allowing your young learner to work in the backseat. The main takeaway is to establish a consistent routine, whatever that looks like to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring an Easy-to-Set-Up Workspace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also beneficial to have a “workspace” a student can unpack, set up and fold down in little time. It doesn\u2019t need to be anything too intensive (no need to bring an ergonomic office chair). Instead, consider easy-to-pack items like the following: <\/p>\n\n\n\n