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The Independent Study Option (ISO) is a print-based distance learning program that provides students with support by email or phone.
This handbook is available for download as a PDF file
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Distance Learning: A Course Guide for Independent Study
July 2009—January 2010
The Independent Study Option (ISO) provides the opportunity and flexibility for both schoolage and adult learners to study a wide range of compulsory and optional distance education courses from Grades 8–12.
Grade 8 students who are attending school or being homeschooled can register for Middle Years courses. Grade 9 to 12 courses are available to complete the requirements towards a Senior Years Diploma, Mature Student Diploma or post-secondary admission.
In the event that you leave the province on a temporary or permanent basis, the Independent Study Option (ISO) also provides the opportunity for continuing the study of Manitoba curriculum en route to receiving a Senior Years graduation diploma.
Try
the Self-Test: Is Independent Study Option for me? (
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The Independent Study Option also offers several courses in French. A complete listing of these courses are found in Option Études indépendantes.