Presentation to District XYZ Why Online Learning? May 7, 2012

2 What is online learning? Enhances/expands educational opportunities Synchronous/asynchronous Access from multiple settings (school, home, etc.) “Online learning is instruction via a web-based educational delivery system that includes software to provide a structured learning environment.” Source: “Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning” 2011

3 Online learning is delivered across a continuum of implementation models Source: Blended Learning: The Convergence of Online and Face-to-Face Education, iNacol, Blended Learning Continuum Fully OnlineBlended LearningClassroom Instruction Fully Online Blended Learning Classroom Instruction Continuum of online learning

4 Online learning is great for: Full time schooling Alternative Schools Homebound healthcare Non-traditional learners STEM programs AP and electives Summer school World languages Career Centers Credit Recovery Remediation RTI Test readiness Enrichment

5 Common misconceptions about online learning Limited options Too expensive Not enough rigor Difficult to implement Replaces teacher jobs Parents do not understand it Students prefer face to face teaching

6 The rapid growth of online learning

7 Common misconceptions about online learning Consistent growth in online learning Estimated 1,816,400 enrollments in distance education courses in K-12 districts in This estimate does not include students enrolled in full-time online schools, which was approximately 250,000 in In 2000, there were 40,000-50,000 enrollments in K-12 online education 3 74% of districts offering online learning planned to expand their offerings over the next 3 years 1 Chart Source: “Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning” “Distance Education Courses for Public Elementary and Secondary School Students: ” NCES 2 “2011 Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning: An Annual Review of Policy and Practice” Evergreen Education Group 3 “Virtual Schools, 2001, Tom Clark/WestEd Number of States with Statewide Online Learning Options

– States with State Virtual Schools or State-led online initiatives Source: “Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning” 2011 states with a state virtual school states with a state-led online initiative states with neither

9 Only 11% of districts with no current plans to offer online learning – declining from 34% in 2010 Source: “EdNET Insight State of the K-12 Market 2011”

10 Online Learning is growing along every dimension of student needs Source: “EdNET Insight State of the K-12 Market 2011”

11 Trends pointing to continued online learning growth Increasing number of states and districts requiring online learning in order to graduate (Michigan, Florida, Alabama, Idaho, Tennessee’s Putnam County and more) Explosive growth in computing resources –Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district - $10 million for iPads –Charlottesville City Schools Roll Out Over 2,000 Fujitsu Tablets –100% of schools have access to Internet-enabled computers with a computer-to- student ratio of 3 to 1 1 States moving from “seat time” to proficiency –Thirty-six states have adopted policies that allow districts or schools to provide credits based on students' proving proficiency in a subject Many states expanding textbook funding to include online learning curriculum 1 Ambient Insight’s “2012 Learning Technology Research Taxonomy”

12 Reasons for growth

13 The “iGeneration” learns differently Early introduction to technology Adeptness at multitasking Desire for immediacy Ability to use technology to create a vast array of "content" Larry Rosen identifies 13 distinct iGeneration traits, including 1 : 1 Source: “Rewired: Understanding the iGeneration and the way they learn” by Dr. Larry Rosen, Ph.D. 2 NCES “Brief on Rates of Computer Use by Children” (2005) 67% of children in nursery school were computer users as were 80% of those in kindergarten 2

14 Online learning meets vital needs - students Project Tomorrow Speak Up 2010

15 Online learning meets vital needs - districts Top PrioritiesAdministrators Keep students engaged38% Academic remediation33% Increase graduation rates33% Offer scheduling alternatives28% Address at risk students24% Credit recovery21% What are your top priorities for offering online learning to your students? Project Tomorrow Speak Up 2010

16 Online learning can address districts’ curriculum priorities Source: “EdNET Insight State of the K-12 Market 2011”

17 What makes online learning successful?

18 Engaging, well designed curriculum Flash Simulations Multimedia Compelling Simulations Audio Avatars Online Manipulatives Gaming Familiar Scenarios

19 Age appropriate program design Hard copy reader for young learners Materials for wet labs e-books for Middle and High School

20 Actionable reports keeps teachers, parents and students informed

Online learning requires an integrated system 21 T P A C Source: iNACOL “A National K-12 Primer on Online Learning” October, 2010 TECH SYSTEMS& PLATFORMS ASSESSMENT ONLINECONT ENT& COURSES PEDAGOGYPE OPLEPD STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Online learning is individualized Content Schedule Pace Learning style Courses Teacher support

23 Misconceptions meet reality

Broad set of options to meet the diverse needs across a district Often same or less cost than traditional education Engaging, individualized curriculum aligned with state, national standards Puts teachers in control, focusing more on individual student needs Parents love the new options (e.g., AP, languages, STEM, etc.) and convenience of online learning Individualization and scheduling options highly desired by students 24 Today’s reality about online learning Limited options Too expensive Not enough rigor Replaces teacher jobs Parents not understand it Students prefer face to face teaching

25 Not all online providers are the same Offer individualized, differentiated learning across a large student population Provide economic relief while not sacrificing education quality Increase local enrollment Offer the broadest set of curriculum options Provide instructors for hard to staff courses Deliver an effective academic experience that is supported by teachers and administrators K12 offers more online options, each well designed and including critical services so your district can:

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