Online/e-Learning

Online Opt-Out form - FAQs

• Opting out does not mean you can't take an online course if you choose to

• By opting out you do not need to take two online courses to receive your OSSD

• Online courses are earned at summer school, night school or via eLearning during a spare

As questions arise the FAQs will be updated. 

Online Learning 

Learning online is an option that can suit the varied schedules, interests and strengths of students. The Peel board offers two online learning options:

• Peel eLearning - courses offered through the Ontario eLearning Consortium (OeLC) during the regular school year for secondary students

• Peel eLearning - Summer - offered during the summer months through Continuing Education

Peel eLearning

An alternative way to earn credits

​The Peel board is now a member of the Ontario eLearning Consortium (OeLC) to better align with the board’s vision for 21st Century Teaching and Learning and the Ministry of Education’s eLearning Strategy. 

This partnership provides equitable access to diverse learners through a variety of courses taught by Ontario Certified Teachers in Peel and across the province. Students may complete one eLearning course per semester.

Peel eLearning educators are committed to fostering an inclusive virtual learning environment that provides opportunities for students to explore their interests while developing critical competency skills. Peel eLearning students are empowered to embrace their lived experiences, share their voices, and consider diverse perspectives. Other benefits include:

• improved digital literacy

• enhanced time management skills

• independent learning opportunities

• access to learning through an asynchronous environment

Students enrolled in eLearning are expected to complete regular individual and group assignments, and contribute frequently to online discussions. Successful learning online requires students to be self-motivated, well-organized and responsible. A variety of assessment and evaluation tools are used to gather evidence of learning and provide feedback.

Students are encouraged to discuss their interest in eLearning courses with their guidance counsellor. For a full list of course offerings, visit prism.elearningstudents.ca.

To participate in Peel eLearning, students must:

• be registered in a Peel board secondary school

• be currently enrolled in at least two regular day courses at your school. Peel eLearning cannot be used as a fifth course.

• register through their guidance counsellor

For a full list of course offerings, visit prism.elearningstudents.ca.