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What is a Virtual HS?

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Demographics Student Demographics : Virtual high schools serve a diverse range of students, including those who need flexible schedules, have health issues, are involved in professional sports or entertainment, or have experienced bullying in traditional schools.

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Why Don’t Early Childhood Programs Have Access to Substitute Teachers?

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Most professionals have access to sick leave and other paid time off; they are also, importantly, empowered to take that leave when they need it. They are retired early childhood educators with flexibility to pick up odd shifts here and there. The individuals who use SubPool tend to fall into one of four categories, Moss adds.

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The Future of Online Learning: Benefits and Strategies for Educators

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Online learning offers unmatched flexibility and accessibility, enabling both students and educators to manage their schedules effectively and break down geographical barriers. Online learning offers flexibility and accessibility that traditional classrooms were never capable of.

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Supporting All Learners: Building an Inclusive Classroom With Universal Design for Learning

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Edtech tools can help integrate more flexible, interactive forms of direct instruction in a UDL framework to support diverse student needs. Direct instruction allows teachers to break content into manageable chunks with opportunities for practice and mastery before learners progress to the next step.

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Equity and Access in Math Education

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Families with social and economic capital tend to provide their children with more educational tools and opportunities, including enrichment activities, access to technology and familiarity with the learning process. However, working towards equity and access is of paramount importance. Ensure access to quality curriculum materials.

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Better Design Might Be the Next Frontier in Getting Students Back to Campus

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Aside from creating modern facilities that allow students to focus on careers in animation, game art or graphic design, designers thought about college students basic necessities: access to WiFi; a place to set their computer; adequate shade from the California sun; even comfortable seating.

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What Does It Take To Successfully Implement Personalized Learning at Scale?

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By creating more flexible, student-centered classrooms, personalized learning empowers students to take ownership of their education, developing the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally. At its core, personalized learning is about recognizing that no two students learn exactly the same way.