E-Learning 2010 — EdWeek.org [via Helge Scherlund]
Our new special report from the technology team at Education Week Digital Directions aims to highlight the progress made in the e-learning arena, as well as the administrative, funding, and policy barriers that some experts say are slowing the growth of this form of education.
E-Learning 2010: About This Report
Though progress has been made in the e-learning arena, some experts say administrative, funding, and policy barriers are slowing the growth of this form of education. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
Schools Factor E-Courses Into the Daily Learning Mix
Educators say ‘hybrid’ approach is taking off because it offers academic classes not otherwise available to many students. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
E-Learning Delivery Debated
Experts weigh “anytime, anywhere” learning approach versus fixed time frames for classes. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
District Innovates to Address Dropout Problem
A cyber high school is having success re-engaging dropouts and at-risk students, earning the school system state funds tied to enrollment. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
Virtual Ed. Enrollment Caps Face Greater Scrutiny
Wisconsin and Oregon, which imposed limitations, are now taking a closer look at the restrictions to see if changes are needed. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
E-Learning Hits Barriers to Expansion
A national e-learning framework would require lifting of state policy restrictions now in place. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
Sustaining Funding Seen as Challenge for Online Ed.
Experts in virtual education say new funding approaches should have the money follow the student. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
Accreditation Is Seen as High Priority
But experts say evaluating virtual programs requires an understanding of the unique characteristics of online schools. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
E-Learning in All Shapes and Sizes
Distinguishing between the wide variety of virtual schools and online-learning programs available involves understanding the type of operational control. April 23, 2010 – Education Week
E-Curriculum Builders Seek a Personalized Approach
Creating the flexibility to address students’ varying academic abilities is seen as a key feature of high-quality online curricula. April 23, 2010 – Education Week