Can Online Classes Work Without Live Attendance?

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Recorded lectures have changed the way many students approach online education. Instead of attending every session at a fixed hour, learners can review lessons when they are ready and revisit difficult sections later. But this setup also raises questions about participation, course requirements, and keeping up with regular learning activities. Some learners may even consider options to pay someone to take online class when they cannot manage certain course responsibilities themselves. Is flexible attendance actually better for learning, or does it make students less involved? I’d like to hear different opinions from people who have taken fully online courses. Which matters more to you: the freedom to study independently or having regular live interaction with instructors and classmates?