“Is Online Learning a Solution in Search of a Problem?” What? is online learning 50 million public school students – annual growth rate 20%+ 1 million in online learning Why? chose to learn online Choices, convenience, and flexibility Offering college level courses Work at my own pace Offering courses not available at school Complete HS requirements Get extra help in a subject Reduce scheduling conflicts Easier for me to learn Where? is online learning going Differentiated instruction based on student needs Immersive environments Gaming elements By 2020 over 50% of all courses will be delivered online