Virtual Approaches Vary
State policies and programs for online-only education differ.
Though almost all states now offer online education options to their students, the number of opportunities available and the policies that guide the organization, management, and funding of such programs vary widely.
Certain states—including Florida, Georgia, and Michigan—have established state-led online education programs, while others allow virtual schools to operate as charter schools. Some states only provide access to online Advanced Placement courses; others allow students to enroll in full-time high school diploma programs.
And while experts agree that there are key components to a successful online education program, and similarities between the policies that facilitate those programs, the model legislation for each state regarding online education differs...
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