Tapping into the Power of Blended Learning
IN THIS ISSUE:
- 10 Reasons to Blend Your Charter: A new set of tools and strategies is creating powerful options for charter schools. Author and blended-learning advocate Tom Vander Ark discusses why the best of online and on-site learning can be a winning strategy for students and teachers.
- Q&A with Head of Carpe Diem Schools: Founder and CEO Rick Ogston discusses the successful transition Carpe Diem made from a traditional education model to blended learning and how the school has leveraged technology to boost student achievement.
- Flying High with Rocketship Education: This month's Roll Call looks at how blended learning can elevate student engagement and achievement, with input and insight from Rocketship Education.
- Blended Learning Grows Internationally: iNACOL has published the results from an international survey showing significant growth in K-12 blended- and online-learning programs around the world.
- Crisis Management: Serious incidents and negative publicity can quickly do severe damage to a charter school's reputation and standing. Gary Larson, president of Larson Communications, outlines eight important rules to follow when managing a crisis.
- Securing Philanthropic Funding: With so many students sitting on charter school waiting lists, expansion of successful schools is imperative. Consultant Duncan McCrann discusses seven crucial factors for securing philanthropic funding.
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