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Online School Listing #16: Regina Coeli Online Academy
Regina Coeli Online Academy 6429 S. Woodland Hills Drive Tucson, Arizona 85747 United States Tel: 520.751.1942 Web: www.reginacoeli.org Email: admin@reginacoeli.org Recognition/Accreditation: Grade: 9-12 Type: Christian, Private Diploma: Yes Cost: $3,200 – $3,500 full-time Teen and/or Adult: Teens Additional information: Regina Coeli Online Academy is a solidly Catholic … [Read More...]
CFP Extended to June 4 for Orlando Conf & Early Bird Reg Ends May 25 for ET4 Online Sym
From the inbox this morning… Call for Presentations Extended Through June 4 for Annual Online Learning Conference (ALN – Orlando) 18th Annual Sloan Consortium International Conference on Online Learning October 10-12, 2012 Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort – Orlando, FL Follow us on Twitter@sloanc_aln and #aln12 The deadline to submit a proposal for [...] … [Read More...]
CFP Extended to June 4 for Orlando Conf & Early Bird Reg Ends May 25 for ET4 Online Symposium
From the inbox this morning… Call for Presentations Extended Through June 4 for Annual Online Learning Conference (ALN – Orlando) 18th Annual Sloan Consortium International Conference on Online Learning October 10-12, 2012 Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort – Orlando, FL Follow us on Twitter@sloanc_aln and #aln12 The deadline to submit a proposal for [...] … [Read More...]
May 16, 2012 Quote of the day
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May is National Military Appreciation Month
Read more about May is National Military Appreciation Month We recognize May as National Military Appreciation Month, time to extend heartfelt thanks, strengthen our patriotism, increase awareness and whole heartedly support our troops and vets, including the many who have died in pursuit of freedom and peace.Military Appreciation Month includes Loyalty Day (1st), Military Spouse Appreciation Day … [Read More...]
Where Online Learning is an Interactive Conversation
Indiana University/Purdue University (IPFW) offers more than 200 academic programs from its campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Traditional face-to-face classes make up a majority of the courses, but online classes are growing fast due to demand from more than 12,000 students. In an effort to stimulate learning in online classes, the university’s Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching … [Read More...]
Greetings From K12/Aventa Learning
From yesterday’s inbox… An interesting opportunity for those who wish to get a preview of these courses. Hello Thank you for your interest in online learning solutions. K12/ Aventa offers the flexibility to use your district teachers, our teachers or any combination, and to have courses loaded onto your learning management system or you can [...] … [Read More...]
ON24 Launches Virtual Training Platform
Additional features of the virtual training platform include enterprise integration, allowing connection to Learning Management Systems and collateral/document repositories, while training measurement functionality highlights key metrics such as attendance, number of discussions/chats, documents downloaded and time spent in the virtual environment — providing meaningful insight into learner … [Read More...]
Gov. Brewer vetoes bill making changes to online education
Gov. Jan Brewer on Monday vetoed a bill that would have enacted sweeping changes to the state’s online-education system. The legislation would have made it easier for Arizona junior- and high-school students to take online courses, which likely would have pushed further growth in the system. The bill also would have boosted accountability by creating a master list of approved courses and a … [Read More...]
New Dads More Engaged At Home And Online According To Onlineschools.Com Infographic
According to a survey by The Parenting Group, a majority of fathers believe an “anti-dad” bias exists in society today. However, an infographic from OnlineSchools.com shows how new fathers are breaking down stereotypes when it comes to parenting, home life and even sharing online. OnlineSchools.com, a digital resource for online education from kindergarten to graduate school, recently … [Read More...]
Virtual classroom gives students a 21st century education
School officials say the cost to the student will be about $90. And students who choose to go to school online will still be able to participate in on campus activities if they want to. “Through a virtual partnership, if they are enrolled in a virtual school but at least attend one of their classes at the high school campus,” said Bart Swartz with Greenbush Education Services. … [Read More...]
Debate Over Cyber Schools Heats Up
Governor Rick Snyder signed some bills into law Tuesday aimed at improving the state’s education system. One of the packages expands the eligibility of dual enrollment. That’s when high school students are able to take college courses for credits in both high school and college. The other package increases the number of students that can enroll in the state’s cyber school for … [Read More...]
Five groups apply to open Maine charter schools
• The Maine Virtual Academy is an online K-12 school. The applicant is Maine Learning Innovations, a nonprofit group. According to the letter of intent, Maine Learning Innovations would contract with K12 Virtual Schools for “curriculum, teaching and school management services.” K12, a for-profit company, is the largest U.S. provider of proprietary curriculum and online education … [Read More...]
“Mission U.S.”: A revolutionary way to learn history
“Mission U.S.” is a multimedia project that immerses players in U.S. history content through free, interactive online games.Mission 1, “For Crown or Colony?,” puts players in the shoes of Nat Wheeler, a printer’s apprentice in 1770 Boston. They encounter both Patriots and Loyalists, and when rising tensions result in the Boston Massacre, they must choose where their loyalties lie.In … [Read More...]
Turnitin Adds Voice Comments to GradeMark for Faster Grading and More Substantive Feedback on Student Writing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETurnitin Adds Voice Comments to GradeMark for Faster Grading and More Substantive Feedback on Student Writing Educators grade even faster and give more personalized audio feedback using leading online grading toolOAKLAND, Calif. – May 15, 2012 – Turnitin, the global leader in originality checking and online grading, today announced the release of Voice Comments, a simple … [Read More...]
Conceptboard – Online Teamwork for Instruction at Schools and Universities
Stuttgart, May 15th, 2012. Stuttgart-based company Conceptboard offers the perfect complement for netbook and iPad classes and the topic of “bring-your-own-device” in classrooms: one platform for interactive online collaboration.The use of new media in the classroom is becoming increasingly important. Teachers and professors are no longer only employing conventional teaching materials but are … [Read More...]
CTB/MCGRAW-HILL AND BRAINPOP COLLABORATE TO DELIVER PERSONALIZED LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR K–8 STUDENTS
CTB/MCGRAW-HILL AND BRAINPOP COLLABORATE TO DELIVER PERSONALIZED LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR K–8 STUDENTSStrategic alliance integrates BrainPOP’s award-winning animated educational resources with CTB’s Acuity assessment solution to provide an engaging, personalized learning experience for students and an unprecedented level of insight to teachers.MONTEREY, Calif., May 14, 2012 – … [Read More...]
Walden University’s Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership Receives NCATE Accreditation
Walden University’s Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership Receives NCATE AccreditationNational accreditation affirms quality of Walden’s preK–12 educator degree programsMinneapolis—May 14, 2012—Walden University announced today that The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership has received accreditation by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher … [Read More...]
BrainWare Safari Closes Cognitive Gaps for Students with Specific Learning Disabilities
BrainWare Safari Closes Cognitive Gaps for Students with Specific Learning Disabilities Study Shows Improvement in Executive Functions, Attention and Working MemoryCHICAGO, IL (May 15, 2012) – Groundbreaking research has demonstrated that a comprehensive, integrated cognitive skills training program can raise the cognitive functioning of students with specific learning disabilities (SLD) to … [Read More...]
Technomad Expands Integrator and End User Options for PowerChiton Amplifiers
Localized control and connections, streaming audio support offer progressive solutions to enhance outdoor audio installationsBOSTON, May 15, 2012 — Technomad introduces several new product accessories at InfoComm 2012 to complement its advanced audio solutions range. The innovative tools give systems integrators and end users flexible new options to simplify Technomad installations in stadiums, … [Read More...]
Turning Technologies Issued Additional Patent for Wireless Communication System
Youngstown, OH – Turning Technologies, the global leader in response technology, announced today the issuance to it by the United States Patent and Trademark Office of a continuation patent for a wireless communication system.Patent number 8,150,380 was issued on April 3, 2012. It is the fourth U.S. patent that protects the functionality of the ResponseCard RF devices and complementary … [Read More...]
Funds For Learning CEO to Speak at National Broadband Events
John Harrington will discuss the role of the E-rate program and its influence on the future of broadband connectivity at two major upcoming broadband panelsEdmond, Okla. (May 15, 2012) – Funds For Learning, the nation’s largest E-rate compliance firm, announces details of CEO John Harrington’s upcoming broadband panel discussions. Harrington will participate in two major panel presentations … [Read More...]
Empowering Writers Common Core Writing Instruction: Breadth AND Depth
Webinar presents the Empowering Writers Approach to Common CoreMONROE, CT May 15, 2012- With the Common Core standards being implemented across the country, Empowering Writers says, you don’t have to sacrifice the depth of your writing instruction to address the breadth of the Common Core. Empowering Writers, leading provider of K-8 professional development for the instruction of writing, has … [Read More...]
Empowering Writers Common Core Writing Instruction: Breadth AND Depth
Webinar presents the Empowering Writers Approach to Common CoreMONROE, CT May 15, 2012- With the Common Core standards being implemented across the country, Empowering Writers says, you don’t have to sacrifice the depth of your writing instruction to address the breadth of the Common Core. Empowering Writers, leading provider of K-8 professional development for the instruction of writing, has … [Read More...]
[Webinar Reminder] The Future of Education: Learning Powered by Technology
Today is a travel day for me, so another slow days of entries… Click here to view this message in a browser window. Sign up and get the handouts for tomorrow’s webinar: The Future of Education: Learning Powered by Technology Hello Michael, You are invited to join us for a leadership presentation this Wednesday at [...] … [Read More...]
Online School Listing #15: Primavera Online High School
Primavera Online High School 2471 N. Arizona Ave., Building 1 Chandler, Arizona 85225 United States Tel: 480.456.6678 Fax: 480.355.2100 Web: www.primaveratech.org/Online-High-School.aspx Email: info@primaveratech.org Recognition/Accreditation: NCA Grade: 9-12 Type: Public Diploma: Yes Cost: Free If free, where?: Within the state Teen and/or Adult: Teens Additional … [Read More...]
CNIE 2012 – Promoting Persistence in Online Calculus through Just-in-Time Learning Modules
The third session that I am blogging here at the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE) annual meeting in Canmore, Alberta is: Promoting Persistence in Online Calculus through Just-in-Time Learning Modules Authors: Sandra Law, Cindy Ives High attrition and failure rates in first-year calculus courses at the tertiary level have been attributed to poor [...] … [Read More...]
Video: How Online Education Can Help With Student Literacy
Read more about Video: How Online Education Can Help With Student Literacy Matt Arkin, head of schools at Georgia Cyber Academy, sat down with the Good Day show on WFXL Fox 31 News in Albany, to explain how online learning works, how it can be an excellent alternative to traditional brick and mortar schools and highlights how the K12 curriculum supports and enhances student literacy. … [Read More...]
On the internet you can be anything you want…
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Why the University System, as We Know It, Won’t Last …. and What’s Coming Next | Open Culture
Why the University System, as We Know It, Won’t Last …. and What’s Coming Next | Open Culture: "It’s easy to sell books and other commodities on the web. It’s not easy to deliver a quality education. But two converging trends point toward a future when we will see the traditional... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … [Read More...]
Why the University System, as We Know It, Won’t Last …. and What’s Coming Next | Open Culture
Why the University System, as We Know It, Won’t Last …. and What’s Coming Next | Open Culture: "It’s easy to sell books and other commodities on the web. It’s not easy to deliver a quality education. But two converging trends point toward a future when we will see the traditional... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … [Read More...]
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”Teachers must drive education reform” – Public Service
''Teachers must drive education reform'' - Public Service: "Teachers should be at the heart of any education reform, the Education Foundation has said. The statement was made at the launch of the Learning Lab in London, a centre for teachers to pioneer and test new classroom methods,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … [Read More...]
