Gloria C.
I appreciate the flexibility of the…
I appreciate the flexibility of the self-paced courses, which allowed me to work at my own pace. However, the course material for the intro to statistics class was vague and sometimes confusing. The AI videos that accompany the modules were a bit creepy and not helpful with reviewing/summarizing the module material. The videos also played incredibly fast without a method of slowing down the pace to process the information (other than pausing every few seconds). Each module also had an overwhelming amount of information with examples that sometimes did not make sense, and other than making an appointment with a tutor, there was no one to contact about it. Last but not least, the university I was accepted into was not willing to accept the credits from Straightline because Straightline is not accredited, even though Straightline advertises my school as a school that accepts their courses.
Response from StraighterLineMar 10, 2026
StraighterLine courses are designed as flexible, self-paced learning experiences that allow students to move through material independently. While this model works well for many learners, we understand it may not align with every learning preference. Our courses include structured lessons, assessments, tutoring support, and academic assistance resources. We continuously review course content and assessment alignment to ensure clarity and rigor. If you encountered specific curriculum concerns, please reach out to the Support Team through our Help Center at helpcenter.straighterline.com with your account details so we can personally review your case.