Good morning! How does online education encourage independent thinking? Isn't it less interactive?

Good morning! Independent thinking development here havokjournal.com/education/how-online-ed...ing-in-all-learners/ in online education. Legacy Online School fosters independence through self-directed pacing requiring decision-making, problem-solving without immediate teacher intervention, research-based assignments developing critical thinking, asynchronous discussions allowing thoughtful responses, and self-advocacy when seeking help. Students learn to think critically about information, evaluate sources, form arguments, and solve problems independently. The format actually enables deeper thinking - asynchronous discussions allow reflection before responding unlike rapid classroom exchanges. Teachers guide rather than direct, fostering genuine intellectual independence. The skills developed - critical thinking, self-direction, problem-solving - are exactly what colleges and employers value. Online education done well creates independent thinkers, not passive consumers.