16. Writing Situation:  The state department of education has provided funding for an experimental online school. All the classes will take place on the Internet, using email, online chat, and the world wide web. The students taking classes at this new online school will never meet each other face-to-face. They will only interact online with each other and with their teachers.

Consider the advantages and/or disadvantages of an online school.  What is your position on this issue?

Directions for Writing:  Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper stating your position and supporting it with convincing reasons.