/remote-virtual-learning Remote/Virtual Learning en-US 2021 (c) °ÄĂĹĹÜą·ÂŰĚł Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:37:13 GMT /events/webinar/literacy-success-how-districts-are-closing-reading-gaps-fast 67% of 4th graders read below grade level. Learn how high-dosage virtual tutoring is closing the reading gap in schools across the country. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:37:13 GMT /events/webinar/literacy-success-how-districts-are-closing-reading-gaps-fast /technology/what-happens-when-an-ai-assistant-helps-the-tutor-instead-of-the-student/2024/10 A randomized controlled trial from Stanford University examines the efficacy of an AI-powered tutoring assistant. Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:58:53 GMT /technology/what-happens-when-an-ai-assistant-helps-the-tutor-instead-of-the-student/2024/10 /leadership/educators-rush-to-get-food-and-shelter-to-their-students-after-hurricane-helene/2024/09 Districts slammed by an unprecedented natural disaster have become shelter zones for their communities. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:50:16 GMT /leadership/educators-rush-to-get-food-and-shelter-to-their-students-after-hurricane-helene/2024/09 /leadership/districts-virtual-programs-are-on-the-chopping-block-as-esser-ends/2024/06 Although usually small in enrollment, virtual programs have been an important option for some students. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 18:12:58 GMT /leadership/districts-virtual-programs-are-on-the-chopping-block-as-esser-ends/2024/06 /sponsor/nxtlvl/problem-solving-olympiad-puts-power-skills-to-the-test The inaugural NXTLVL Problem-Solving Olympiad brought students together online for a day of spirited competition, pushing them to their true potential. Middle school problem-solvers from four continents, including three of the top ten virtual schools ranked by World Schools, navigated complex challenges in teams. These challenges tested timeless Power Skills like creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, emotional intelligence, and resilience. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:55:04 GMT /sponsor/nxtlvl/problem-solving-olympiad-puts-power-skills-to-the-test /events/webinar/are-you-ready-for-it-top-5-ways-virtual-academies-can-address-district-challenges Join our webinar for virtual school leaders & district chiefs. Learn creative solutions & how virtual programs expand access for ALL students. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:48:10 GMT /events/webinar/are-you-ready-for-it-top-5-ways-virtual-academies-can-address-district-challenges /policy-politics/oklahoma-supreme-court-weighs-test-case-over-the-nations-first-religious-charter-school/2024/04 The state attorney general says the Catholic-based school is not permitted under state law, while supporters cite U.S. Supreme Court cases. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:43:33 GMT /policy-politics/oklahoma-supreme-court-weighs-test-case-over-the-nations-first-religious-charter-school/2024/04 /leadership/in-cocoa-out-chromebooks-e-learning-didnt-kill-old-fashioned-snow-days-educators-say/2024/01 Remember when virtual learning was going to put paid to snow days? These educators don't, either. Fri, 19 Jan 2024 20:47:20 GMT /leadership/in-cocoa-out-chromebooks-e-learning-didnt-kill-old-fashioned-snow-days-educators-say/2024/01 /policy-politics/how-a-district-hopes-to-save-an-esser-funded-program/2024/01 As a one-time infusion of federal funding expires, districts are searching for creative ways to keep programs they funded with it running. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:46:56 GMT /policy-politics/how-a-district-hopes-to-save-an-esser-funded-program/2024/01 /policy-politics/opinion-whats-wrong-with-online-credit-recovery-this-teacher-will-tell-you/2023/11 The “whatever it takes” approach to increasing graduation rates ends up deflating the value of a diploma. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-whats-wrong-with-online-credit-recovery-this-teacher-will-tell-you/2023/11 /teaching-learning/a-virtual-tutoring-program-boosted-early-literacy-skills-new-research-shows-how/2023/10 A first-of-a-kind study in the early grades finds that an intensive remote tutoring can improve reading skills. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 21:10:06 GMT /teaching-learning/a-virtual-tutoring-program-boosted-early-literacy-skills-new-research-shows-how/2023/10 /technology/opinion-stop-blaming-ed-tech-for-our-current-education-inequality/2023/10 Technology didn't create student disengagement nor is it responsible for lengthy school closures, writes an industry leader. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:04:56 GMT /technology/opinion-stop-blaming-ed-tech-for-our-current-education-inequality/2023/10 /events/webinar/how-to-leverage-virtual-learning-preparing-students-for-the-future Hear from an expert panel how best to leverage virtual learning in your district to achieve your goals. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:08:57 GMT /events/webinar/how-to-leverage-virtual-learning-preparing-students-for-the-future /leadership/is-virtual-learning-a-new-form-of-exclusionary-discipline/2023/09 Some districts are assigning students to virtual learning as a punishment for misbehavior. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 20:52:24 GMT /leadership/is-virtual-learning-a-new-form-of-exclusionary-discipline/2023/09 /policy-politics/lawsuit-challenges-first-religious-charter-school-in-oklahoma/2023/07 The suit argues that the Catholic virtual school violates a state constitutional requirement that public schools not be "sectarian." Mon, 31 Jul 2023 21:59:00 GMT /policy-politics/lawsuit-challenges-first-religious-charter-school-in-oklahoma/2023/07 /policy-politics/opinion-oklahoma-has-approved-the-nations-first-religious-charter-school-whats-that-mean/2023/06 A charter authorizer has endorsed a statewide virtual school, which will be run by a Roman Catholic archdiocese and diocese. Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-oklahoma-has-approved-the-nations-first-religious-charter-school-whats-that-mean/2023/06 /policy-politics/approval-of-nations-1st-religious-charter-school-will-spark-legal-battle/2023/06 A state board voted 3-2 to approve the St. Isidore Catholic Virtual Academy, which will aim to open in fall 2024, pending a court battle. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 21:18:01 GMT /policy-politics/approval-of-nations-1st-religious-charter-school-will-spark-legal-battle/2023/06 /policy-politics/charter-schools-are-outperforming-traditional-public-schools-6-takeaways-from-a-new-study/2023/06 Researchers who have analyzed charter school performance since 2000 now find that charters are outpacing traditional public schools. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 21:17:31 GMT /policy-politics/charter-schools-are-outperforming-traditional-public-schools-6-takeaways-from-a-new-study/2023/06 /events/webinar/the-future-of-education-starts-with-listening-insights-from-online-learning-experts Join online learning experts as they weigh in on how school leaders can implement alternative education options that students and families want. Thu, 11 May 2023 21:34:14 GMT /events/webinar/the-future-of-education-starts-with-listening-insights-from-online-learning-experts /teaching-learning/3-big-advantages-of-virtual-work-based-learning-experiences-for-students/2023/04 Virtual work-based learning opportunities are especially helpful for students attending rural schools. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:28:17 GMT /teaching-learning/3-big-advantages-of-virtual-work-based-learning-experiences-for-students/2023/04 /policy-politics/nations-first-religious-charter-school-denied-for-now/2023/04 The action by the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board buys some time to consider the implications, including for the members themselves. Wed, 12 Apr 2023 21:49:03 GMT /policy-politics/nations-first-religious-charter-school-denied-for-now/2023/04 /events/webinar/teacher-perspectives-what-is-the-future-of-remote-learning Hear from practicing educators on how virtual and hybrid options offer more flexibility and best practices for administrative support. Thu, 30 Mar 2023 20:40:04 GMT /events/webinar/teacher-perspectives-what-is-the-future-of-remote-learning /technology/virtual-education-is-not-popular-but-can-it-improve-teaching-and-learning/2023/03 Quality virtual learning could be the solution for equity issues and teacher shortages, according to SXSW EDU panelists. Mon, 06 Mar 2023 23:14:06 GMT /technology/virtual-education-is-not-popular-but-can-it-improve-teaching-and-learning/2023/03 /policy-politics/a-major-reversal-on-religious-charter-schools-in-oklahoma/2023/02 The attorney general withdrew his predecessor's opinion that religious groups could not be excluded from the state charter school program. Fri, 24 Feb 2023 21:45:40 GMT /policy-politics/a-major-reversal-on-religious-charter-schools-in-oklahoma/2023/02 /policy-politics/a-proposed-catholic-charter-school-is-new-test-for-religion-and-public-education/2023/02 With a favorable state attorney general's opinion in hand, Catholic officials are set to ask for approval of the first religious charter. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 22:30:12 GMT /policy-politics/a-proposed-catholic-charter-school-is-new-test-for-religion-and-public-education/2023/02 /leadership/5-tips-for-switching-from-snow-days-to-remote-classes/2023/01 Two district leaders say communication, flexibility, and adaptability are key to success. Mon, 23 Jan 2023 21:05:35 GMT /leadership/5-tips-for-switching-from-snow-days-to-remote-classes/2023/01 /leadership/will-schools-actually-ditch-snow-days-for-virtual-learning-the-outlook-is-still-cloudy/2023/01 More districts are substituting some remote learning, but snow days are still an option in many places. Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:05:49 GMT /leadership/will-schools-actually-ditch-snow-days-for-virtual-learning-the-outlook-is-still-cloudy/2023/01 /policy-politics/opinion-how-the-pandemic-changed-coverage-of-k-12/2023/01 Popular topics over the past three years were nowhere to be seen before then. Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:00:05 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-how-the-pandemic-changed-coverage-of-k-12/2023/01 /technology/opinion-3-guiding-principles-for-high-quality-virtual-learning/2022/12 What separates high-quality virtual programs from unsatisfactory experiences? A former state education CIO weighs in. Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:00:11 GMT /technology/opinion-3-guiding-principles-for-high-quality-virtual-learning/2022/12 /technology/schools-plan-to-do-more-business-online-but-most-dont-plan-to-teach-that-way/2022/11 Online professional development, conferences, and parent meetings are likely to stick around after the pandemic ends. Wed, 30 Nov 2022 21:00:53 GMT /technology/schools-plan-to-do-more-business-online-but-most-dont-plan-to-teach-that-way/2022/11