What did you learn about the design of online courses this week that will affect how you think about this form of instruction in the future?
I was much more optimistic about these online schools before looking at the classes. I was really disappointed in Virtual Virginia's classes. I would never, ever, want to offer those classes to my students. These classes were like reading a bad textbook. There is so much information out there on how kids learn - and VV seems to take none of it into account. On the other hand, I thought Aventa's classes were engaging and well designed - if you are a high level student. I think that if a student is looking for enrichment beyond the regular curriculum a class through something like Aventa could be an answer. If a student is looking for extra help I have not yet seen a class that would suffice. The state schools (not including FVLS) should not have to always make new courses. If Aventa and other big curriculum designers are actually making good classes - other places can benefit!
I still feel uneducated on whether virtual charter schools are a good answer for homeschooled student. I don't have a lot of knowledge on homeschooling and I don't feel I can make a true judgment yet.
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