Course Designations

Some of our courses have special designations in the course descriptions. Listed below, you will find a short description of each course designation.

Computer-evaluated Courses

Lessons for computer-evaluated courses are scored by computer; this speeds up lesson-response time and provides computer-generated feedback that helps students review lessons and study for exams. Lesson questions in computer-evaluated courses are either multiple-choice, matching, or true/false.

• To submit computer-evaluated lessons by mail or in person: You must complete your lesson assignments on answer forms provided in the back of each course; answer forms are usually evaluated the same day they are received at the Center. After your lesson is processed, a computer-generated report, which contains your score, general comments on your performance, and feedback on all incorrect answers, will be returned to you.
• To submit computer-evaluated lessons online: You must have access to a web browser to submit your lessons via the Center's web site. When online, your report appears on your computer screen as soon as you submit the lesson; you can use your browser options to print your report. Response time is immediate for computer-evaluated lessons submitted online.

Instructor-Evaluated Courses

Assignments for instructor-evaluated courses are graded by an instructor. Lessons for instructor-evaluated courses may be submitted by mail, via e-mail, by fax, or online, depending on the nature of the assignments. Instructor-evaluated lessons, which can include essays, math problems, audiocassettes, drawings and artwork, are generally graded within five working days.

Computer-evaluated and Instructor-evaluated Courses

Some courses include both methods of evaluation.

Gifted

Gifted courses are more challenging, highly specialized, and designed for academically talented students or those with unique interests. If you are unsure whether a course designated as "gifted" is appropriate for you, please contact MU High.

For more information, see the high school gifted courses. We also have special topics courses for middle school students; these are listed with the courses for grades 6–8.