E-Learning 2010: Assessing the Agenda for Change
April 28, 2010
This special report—the first in an e-learning series 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.
States Virtual Ed. Enrollment Caps Face Greater ScrutinyWisconsin and Oregon, which imposed limitations, are now taking a closer look at the restrictions to see if changes are needed.Federal E-Learning Hits Barriers to ExpansionA national e-learning framework would require lifting of state policy restrictions now in place.Ed-Tech Policy E-Learning 2010: About This ReportThough 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.
Classroom Technology Schools Factor E-Courses Into the Daily Learning MixEducators say ‘hybrid’ approach is taking off because it offers academic classes not otherwise available to many students.Teaching E-Learning Delivery DebatedExperts weigh "anytime, anywhere" learning approach versus fixed time frames for classes.Standards & Accountability Accreditation Is Seen as High PriorityBut experts say evaluating virtual programs requires an understanding of the unique characteristics of online schools.
College & Workforce Readiness District Innovates to Address Dropout ProblemA cyber high school is having success re-engaging dropouts and at-risk students, earning the school system state funds tied to enrollment.Classroom Technology Sustaining Funding Seen as Challenge for Online Ed.Experts in virtual education say new funding approaches should have the money follow the student.Curriculum E-Curriculum Builders Seek a Personalized ApproachCreating the flexibility to address students' varying academic abilities is seen as a key feature of high-quality online curricula.States E-Learning in All Shapes and SizesDistinguishing between the wide variety of virtual schools and online-learning programs available involves understanding the type of operational control.Curriculum Chat District Strategies for E-LearningSchool districts are starting to embrace online classes as more than just a supplement for their students. Our guests offer practical tips on ways to seamlessly incorporate virtual classes into the traditional school day.
