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Amazing Benefits of Taking a Short Course

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It teaches the basic skills needed for students to become a professional. But here is some things that you need to know about the short course: All study materials are delivered online. A short course is very flexible because it is an online school where every student manages their time of study. Boost Current Skill.

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Engaging All Learners: Expanding High School Options for Success

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You might find that the pace is too fast or too slow for you, or that the teaching methods don’t resonate with your style of learning. Traditional high schools often prioritize rote learning and standardized testing, which can limit your ability to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Curriculum Companions Start August 8th

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Start date for the 2016-17 online school year: August, 8, 2016. Curriculum Companion Wikis (K-5 only) follow a tech professional as s/he teaches each lesson in the SL K-5 curriculum textbooks. Here’s a sample: Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Or, click here to purchase.

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Why Blended Learning Fits Your Class, 3 Issues to Think About, and 5 Easy Ways to Begin

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For years, my teaching revolved around textbooks as my resources. When you commit to a blended learning program in your school, establish an organic and on-going training program, hand-holding as needed, to help teachers change their traditional mindset. But that has changed. Infrastructure. This is a two-step process. Student blogs.