The growth of virtual online programs at the K-12 level is unparalleled in the history of education. This book discusses what constitutes a viable online program and how programs maintain rigorous courses, creditability, and high academic standards.
The growth of virtual online programs at the K-12 level is unparalleled in the history of education. This book discusses what constitutes a viable online program and how programs maintain rigorous courses, creditability, and high academic standards.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: The Current Online Environment Increasing enrollment in K-12 online programs Common myths about online learning Essential program components Challenges facing online programs The oversight of online programs The politics of online learning Chapter 2: Starting an Online Program Vision, mission, and core beliefs Identify the Defining Attributes Hire the Staff Awareness of critics Selection of technology/vendors Chapter 3: Curriculum Options for curriculum Standards-based curriculum Grade-level appropriate Chunked curriculum and frequent feedback Flexibility and accessibility Differentiating instruction for diverse learners Chapter 4: The Potential Impact of the Common Core The core of the Common Core High stakes tests The Common Core drives changes Alignment of Common Core standards in online programs Implications for lesson design in online programs Options for K-12 online programs The bottom line - increased cost Is the Common Core here to stay? Chapter 5: Academic Integrity What is academic integrity? Academic integrity builds credibility Shifting societal view of cheating The politics of cheating Leadership from the state How easy it is to cheat? Ensuring academic integrity Consequences for cheating Removing the incentive to cheat Chapter 6: Evaluating Online Teachers and Specialists Expectations for online teachers Feedback is important Can feedback change online teacher behavior? Evaluation of program specialists Chapter 7: Technology, Monitoring & Functions LMS options Monitoring expectations Other functions of the LMS Chapter 8: Future Trends & Issues Development and management of online courses Statewide policies Planning for school closures Appendix A
Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: The Current Online Environment Increasing enrollment in K-12 online programs Common myths about online learning Essential program components Challenges facing online programs The oversight of online programs The politics of online learning Chapter 2: Starting an Online Program Vision, mission, and core beliefs Identify the Defining Attributes Hire the Staff Awareness of critics Selection of technology/vendors Chapter 3: Curriculum Options for curriculum Standards-based curriculum Grade-level appropriate Chunked curriculum and frequent feedback Flexibility and accessibility Differentiating instruction for diverse learners Chapter 4: The Potential Impact of the Common Core The core of the Common Core High stakes tests The Common Core drives changes Alignment of Common Core standards in online programs Implications for lesson design in online programs Options for K-12 online programs The bottom line - increased cost Is the Common Core here to stay? Chapter 5: Academic Integrity What is academic integrity? Academic integrity builds credibility Shifting societal view of cheating The politics of cheating Leadership from the state How easy it is to cheat? Ensuring academic integrity Consequences for cheating Removing the incentive to cheat Chapter 6: Evaluating Online Teachers and Specialists Expectations for online teachers Feedback is important Can feedback change online teacher behavior? Evaluation of program specialists Chapter 7: Technology, Monitoring & Functions LMS options Monitoring expectations Other functions of the LMS Chapter 8: Future Trends & Issues Development and management of online courses Statewide policies Planning for school closures Appendix A
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