TECEP (Textbook vs free materials)

[SwaggyP]

So, I take it that SL is more structured, taking more time, but making it easier to pass? Whereas the TECEPs are less time consuming because there's only an exam to study for, but the risk for failure is greater?

For subjects which are not your natural strong suit, I would say yes. The way I tackled SL courses is by devoting my effort in all the graded tests leading up the proctored final. I prefer not to have a stressful final in which a good/great grade becomes necessary for passing the course. Being in the 60-70% range going into the final makes things easier, I don't waste time studying or prepping for the final, because I'm comfortable I can get at least a 25%-50% with the multiple choice format as well all the repeated questions from previous tests you'll find. I have no desire to go the extra mile when for transcript purposes a SL score of 100% is no different than a 70%. SL, in my opinion, is the way to go for subjects that you lack proficiency in. Taking a TECEP or other CBEs for courses you don't feel completely comfortable in is a gamble with both your time and money.