text: Each year, technology advances further and provides access to much more convenient means of learning. Distance learning gives students the opportunity to not only learn outside of school, but also the chance to better balance their time. Many high school students are choosing to become employed and with access to attend classes from home, they can better schedule time between work and school. Others may have obligations to family or peers which leads to low attendance percentages; In an institution's perspective, higher rates of attendance means they are doing well. Allowing students to take online classes means those who can't physically be at school, can still complete their courses without damaging their school's, or their own, image. Attending classes from home also teaches students responsibility, accountability, and expands their learning abilities, each of which are skills that will be crucial to succeeding in future careers.