1. Virtual Learning Task Force 2012

2. To Examine Virtual Learning in Virginia and Formulate a Report that Looks at Policy, Practice, and Framework. Why a Task Force on Virtual Learning?

3. Surveyed Virginia School Divisions Responses from All 9 Regions

4. Key Terms ….Common Language Stand Alone Virtual Schools Multi-division Online Providers (MOPs) Local Online Programming Blended Learning

5. Poll Time! What is the percentage of High School Students Who Report Taking at Least 1 Online Course?

6. WHAT Do We Have Now?

7. What are the various reasons that school divisions in Virginia have implemented Virtual learning?

8. In Virginia we currently have a wide range of innovation and approaches. We should be able to accelerate achievement, foster engagements, and enhance individualized learning. There is no “one-size-fits all” Solution. Quality is important. Both the virtual and “brick and mortar” depend upon the Virginia tenant of local control of public education. Major Conclusions Local Control Innovation Flexibility Quality

9. Next Steps for Virginia We must recognize that there are many different models to accomplish online learning. Thinking about Hybrid Learning in a Different Way that Fits YOUR division. Blended Learning: Classrooms of the Future as Envisioned by INTEL *Click Above to View

10. 1.Student Eligibility & Access WHO? 2.Instructor Requirements WHO? 3.Content WHAT? 4.Delivery WHERE? 5.Assessment HOW? 6.Accountability HOW? 7.Funding HOW? 8.Infrastructure and Delivery HOW? 9.Responsibility for Related Services HOW? Policy Framework

11. The World We Live In....we must change the way we teach Local School Divisions Must Be The Voice in Their Direction, Vision, and Mission for Online Learning. Technology Is Changing Our World

12. VSBA Task Force on Virtual Learning www.portaportal.com Guest Login: virtualtaskforce Questions? More Information?