Asynchronous vs Live vs Self-Paced Classes
WriteAtHome courses come in three formats. Here’s how they compare, so you can pick what fits your student:
| Asynchronous | Live | Self-Paced | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courses | Writing | Elementary ELA, History, Government, Economics & Literature | History, Government, Economics & Literature |
| Live class sessions | – | ✓ | – |
| Teacher support | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Paper grading | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Reading pacing guide | N/A | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interaction with other students | – | ✓ | – |
| Customer care & tech support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Asynchronous writing courses have weekly due dates with a personal coach, but no live class. Live classes meet online with a teacher each week. Self-paced courses are fully independent, with recorded lessons and no teacher support.