Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Time4Writing program.
- How does Time4Writing work?
- How much are the courses?
- Can I switch courses after I start?
- When do my students work on their assignments?
- How do I get started?
- How does teacher feedback work?
- How do students communicate with the teacher?
- How do parents communicate with the teacher?
- How much time will students need to complete a course?
- Can I finish a course in less than 8 weeks?
- Can I stop in the middle and restart the course later?
- How does Time4Writing.com work with teachers, schools, and school districts?
How does Time4Writing work?
Time4Writing presents its courses in a “virtual campus.” Students have their own secure login to:
• Access their online course
• Complete a variety of writing assignments
• Receive teacher feedback
Each course is divided into eight weekly units each with a specific goal.
Students complete the assignments in the sequence in which they appear. The teacher will grade and provide feedback on all writing assignments.
How much are the courses?
Can I switch courses after I start?
When do my students work on their assignments?
Students are encouraged to begin their courses within a couple of days of registering. During their eight week enrollment, students can access their course any time of day. They log in on their own schedule. Typically, a student will sign in 3-4 times a week to complete their assignments.
How do I get started?
It’s easy. Simply sign up and enroll your student in a course. The course is available immediately after you register.
How does teacher feedback work?
Teachers review all completed writing assignments within 24 business hours Monday through Friday. On occasion, teachers will only provide feedback to give students another opportunity to make revisions before grading the assignment. Students can access their grades and feedback within their student login. Students will be prompted to the next activity when the writing assignment has been graded.
How do students communicate with the teacher?
How do parents communicate with the teacher?
How much time will students need to complete a course?
Can I finish a course in less than 8 weeks?
Each course includes eight unit studies. Typically, one unit study is completed each week. It is possible to complete the course in less than eight weeks if student assignments and teacher feedback are both completed in less than one week time spans. Suggested accelerated schedules can be found inside many of our courses.
Can I stop in the middle and restart the course later?
By using the dormancy feature, students can take a few weeks off (up to a month) from the course if needed for a vacation, unexpected events, or any other reasons. During dormancy, the student will be unable to access the course. Parents are notified at the end of the dormancy period, and the student may then resume their work at the spot where it was left. There is a nominal fee of $5.00 associated with this request, and it may only be requested one time during the student’s enrollment in the course.
How does Time4Writing work with teachers, schools, and school districts?
Time4Writing is flexible so it can accommodate schools in a variety of ways. Schools can use our program with or without our teachers. Often, schools prefer to use our online campus but use their own state certified teachers. For more information, please inquire using our contact us form.