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What is a Virtual HS?

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Geographic Reach : Students from urban, suburban, and rural areas are enrolling in virtual high schools, with significant growth in rural areas where access to advanced courses may be limited. Instruction Methods : These schools use a mix of synchronous (live, real-time instruction) and asynchronous (pre-recorded, self-paced) learning models.

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Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

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By incorporating tools designed to support their unique challenges, you empower them to access learning more independently and effectively. With the right approach, assistive technology not only levels the playing field but also enriches the learning experience, paving the way for greater educational success.

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Unlocking AI’s Potential in Higher Education

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Students are ready for AI, and its time for higher education to foster open discussions on how to integrate AI meaningfully in learning and instruction. Education leaders and faculty recognize the value of AI in idea generation and developing personalized learning.

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Are We Assessing What Really Matters in Education?

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What role does assessment play in personalized learning, and how can it be used to tailor educational experiences to individual student needs? Thille: Personalized learning involves individualizing experiences to support learners’ goals. These issues are addressed in length in Charting the Future of Assessments.

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This School Nurse Explains How Her Work Goes Beyond ‘Band-Aids, Boo-Boos and Head Lice’

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School nurses, she notes, have more access to children — seven or eight hours a day — and their families than really any other health care professional. You just have access to things that health care providers in clinical settings outside of schools really don't have. Your role gives you unique access and insight to today's youth.

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When Universal Design Promotes Inclusion of All Students

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The goal of inclusive education is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, has an equal opportunity to learn and succeed. In short, UDL is a launching point for providing personalized learning experiences. Sometimes a simple edtech tool can make a significant difference.

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Engaging All Learners: Expanding High School Options for Success

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In addition to traditional high schools, online schools in Arizona have emerged as an alternative education option, providing flexibility and personalized learning experiences for students. These virtual institutions offer a range of courses and programs tailored to individual learning styles and needs.

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