KADmom - what kinds of online learning have you tried? Our upcoming AoPS algebra is our first, and no doubt its an odd one to start with - AoPS courses use no audio or video - just words and equations from teacher and students appearing on the screen. We did a test run and DS is quite dubious about the whole thing.... I'm hoping he gets caught up in the "community" aspects, and is attracted by the idea of chatting online with classmates who would actually be crazy math freaks like him.

(I can't believe I'm trying to get him to find something to spend MORE computer time on! Am I insane?)

Like yours, a Minecraft and programming-aholic, so I'd much appreciate hearing about what you've tried on-line, and any guesses as to what made it un-appealing.

Thanks for advice!