E-Learning 2010

This special report—the first in an e-learning series from the technology team at Education Week Digital Directions—aims to highlight the progress made in the e-learning arena, as well as the administrative, funding, and policy barriers that some experts say are slowing the growth of this form of education.

Download the new interactive version of the report E-Learning 2010: Assessing the Agenda for Change.

E-Learning 2010: About This Report
Though progress has been made in the e-learning arena, some experts say administrative, funding, and policy barriers are slowing the growth of this form of education.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

Schools Factor E-Courses Into the Daily Learning Mix
Educators say ‘hybrid’ approach is taking off because it offers academic classes not otherwise available to many students.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

E-Learning Delivery Debated
Experts weigh "anytime, anywhere" learning approach versus fixed time frames for classes.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

District Innovates to Address Dropout Problem
A cyber high school is having success re-engaging dropouts and at-risk students, earning the school system state funds tied to enrollment.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

Virtual Ed. Enrollment Caps Face Greater Scrutiny
Wisconsin and Oregon, which imposed limitations, are now taking a closer look at the restrictions to see if changes are needed.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

E-Learning Hits Barriers to Expansion
A national e-learning framework would require lifting of state policy restrictions now in place.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

Sustaining Funding Seen as Challenge for Online Ed.
Experts in virtual education say new funding approaches should have the money follow the student.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

Accreditation Is Seen as High Priority
But experts say evaluating virtual programs requires an understanding of the unique characteristics of online schools.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

E-Learning in All Shapes and Sizes
Distinguishing between the wide variety of virtual schools and online-learning programs available involves understanding the type of operational control.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

E-Curriculum Builders Seek a Personalized Approach
Creating the flexibility to address students' varying academic abilities is seen as a key feature of high-quality online curricula.
April 23, 2010 - Education Week

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April 28, 2010: Building Bridges to Better E-Learning
A panel of experts discusses the challenges of aligning online courses with brick-and-mortar realities.

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May 4, 2010: District Strategies for E-Learning
Our expert panel discussed practical tips on ways to seamlessly incorporate virtual classes into the traditional school day.

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