There are a number of reasons why students decide that distance learning is a suitable form of education for them and their needs. In Mia’s case, she decided to take on GCSEs early and as a result, found a passion for creative writing. Mia shares: “My parents researched online and thought the NEC would be […]
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Andrew’s experience: How homeschooling helps balance education and family commitments
Arguably, one of the biggest benefits to online and distance learning is the freedom it allows students to study at a time and place that best suits their needs. For eighteen year old Andrew who lives in East Asia, this benefit was a huge help when balancing his education alongside family commitments. “I have quite […]
What Are the Alternatives to Going to University
To many, the idea of going to university is the ultimate goal. Whilst there is nothing wrong with going to university and gaining your degree, it’s important to keep in mind that university isn’t the only path to academic success. There are many alternatives to consider when it comes to furthering your education and kick-starting […]
How homeschooling is helping Amelia work towards a medical career
You may have seen us share a recent story about the benefits of distance learning as a mature student. In this post we explore how online learning can benefit a younger student as an alternative to traditional school settings. There are a number of reasons why distance learning or homeschooling is a successful and positive […]
How to Create a Positive Home Learning Environment for Distance Learners
In recent years, distance learning has increased in popularity and has proven itself to be a great and successful alternative to traditional education. Whether you’re pursuing GCSEs, A levels, vocational courses or higher, creating a positive home learning environment could be a key to your success. In this post, we will explore what makes up […]
Homeschooling: How to Personalise Your Child’s Education
In recent years, homeschooling has become a more popular and accepted form of education. For parents and guardians who want to tailor their child’s education to suit their unique strengths and interests, homeschooling can be a great alternative to traditional school settings. If you are considering homeschooling your child, you’re in the right place! In […]
Distance learning as a mature student working abroad: Chun’s Experience
As distance learning has grown in popularity as an effective alternative to traditional learning, the benefits of this type of study for mature students has become more and more apparent. For Chun, a mature student in his thirties, the ability to study online came as a huge benefit when working full time abroad. Much like […]
NEC’s 60th Birthday Bursary Winner
2023 has been marked as an incredible year as NEC celebrated its 60th birthday. As part of the celebrations, NEC offered a bursary which presented the opportunity to support a learner to get back into the workplace or to work towards a long awaited career change. The Bursary would fund up to a maximum of […]
National Extension College: Sixty years of second chance learning – FE Week
“There is no doubt that its (National Extension College) original remit – to offer second chances to learners in our educationally divided country – is as relevant as ever. And any lifelong learning policy worth having must surely find an effective way of supporting institutions and provision dedicated to those ends.” The National Extension College […]
National Extension College celebrates its 60th birthday
The National Extension College (NEC), is marking a special birthday in 2023 as we celebrate 60 years since the college was founded by Michael Young, Lord Young of Dartington. Throughout August, we’ll be posting some blogs to celebrate our 60 years. NEC at 60 Established in August 1963 as a not-for-profit distance learning provider, NEC […]