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Triumphs and Troubles in Online Learning Abroad

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Following Monterrey’s success, other Mexican higher ed institutions have launched new online programs mirroring Monterey Tech’s model. In Latin America, only about 15 percent of higher ed institutions offer hybrid options, and only about 20 percent deliver fully online courses. In the U.S.,

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It’s 2020: Have Digital Learning Innovations Trends Changed?

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The Online Learning Consortium (OLC), one of the 12 partner organizations of Every Learner Everywhere, was charged with identifying and understanding innovations in the digital education landscape.

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Elementary and Secondary Emergency School Relief (ESSER) Funds Allow for Improved Indoor Air Quality in U.S. Schools

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In 2020, the DOE introduced the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund, a signature part of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to help schools improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and return their students back to the classroom. “We Department of Education (DOE). Studies have shown ActivePure to be over 99.9%

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VHS Learning Celebrates 25th Anniversary

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Boston — May 18, 2021 — VHS Learning, a nonprofit empowering schools with the industry’s best online learning programs, is celebrating its 25 th year helping schools expand curriculum and provide engaging learning experiences for students. In 2021, VHS Learning received a $1.4 Statewide Partnerships.

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COVID-19’s Long-Term Impacts on Education in 2020 and Beyond

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Secondary teacher positions are harder to fill than elementary ones; as are science and math openings. Then shift the conversation from online as a money-maker, to online as serving your mission,” Crews said. This moment could also herald a shift in how high school juniors and seniors view online learning options.

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Remote Learning Is Here to Stay, Raising Concerns About Teacher Training and Data Privacy

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Online learning efforts may remain even when the pandemic fades away. An appropriately titled RAND Corporation research report, “ Remote Learning Is Here to Stay ,” finds that one in five U.S. school districts plans to offer fully online learning even after the pandemic ends. All in this Edtech Reports Recap.

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Why edtech plays a big role in future-proofing education

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A version of this post was originally published on August 3, 2020, in Right Strat Online. Secondary schools and high schools face their own conundrums regarding final exams. HE students are already self-directed learners and, given the right kind of support, can actually thrive in an online learning environment.

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