This phrase essentially reflects a transactional approach to education, where a student outsources academic responsibilities to a professional or agency. It’s most common in online learning environments, where physical presence is not required and assignments can be submitted from anywhere.

Let’s say a nursing student has a demanding clinical schedule and no time to complete her English literature general ed course. She might search for someone to take my online class for me so she can focus on her core training. The service would involve logging into her online portal, reading assignments, posting in discussion boards, writing essays, and taking exams as if they were her.

These services can cover:

• Entire online degree programs
• Single courses (like Math)
• Modules, quizzes, or specific projects

In some cases, they also help with plagiarism-free writing, proper APA or MLA formatting, or even managing communication with instructors using crafted professional messages.

It’s important to note that this trend is not limited to struggling students. Even high achievers facing burnout or looking to maintain a 4.0 GPA may use these services. The core concept is outsourcing time and effort in exchange for convenience, peace of mind, or academic performance.