/remote-virtual-learning Remote/Virtual Learning en-US 2021 (c) Education Week 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 69´«Ă˝, 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