text: Distance learning is also cheaper; rather than have the county spend money on gas for transportation for the student, or have the teachers spend money on books and other classroom items, schools can save that money with distance learning. It is a cheaper alternative, not just for the school, but for the student as well. The student would not have to spend money on textbooks; everything would be online. Distance learning is a cheaper alternative for everybody, and would benefit both parties; not just one. By attending classes from home, the student will be able to learn more effectively and for less money.