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Family Engagement in Virtual and Hybrid Learning
For students to succeed in a virtual/hybrid learning environment, it is vital that schools put support structures in place that inform, encourage, and support families as an integral part of their child’s learning experience. This Insight explores...
Spotlights & Case Studies
Norms and Expectations in Virtual and Hybrid Learning
For students to succeed in a virtual/hybrid learning environment, it is essential for schools to establish clear norms and expectations to ease students’ and families’ transitions into virtual and hybrid learning and set them up for success. This...
Strategies
Increasing Student Buy-In with Targeted Communications (NYC SWOW)
Through their participation in TLA's Strategy Lab: Virtual & Hybrid program, NYC School Without Walls designed and piloted a program that increased communication with students and families, and created connections between class-based lessons and...
Strategies
Setting Clear Expectations for Student Engagement (KJ Virtual Academy)
Through their participation in TLA's Strategy Lab: Virtual & Hybrid program, KJ Virtual Academy designed a pilot program that outlined common expectations for student behavior and engagement in synchronous classes to increase engagement and produce...
Spotlights & Case Studies
Student Engagement in Virtual and Hybrid Learning
For students to succeed in a virtual/hybrid learning environment, it is essential for schools and teachers to foster learner-centered design practices. This Insight explores the research behind this critical lever and real-world case studies of...
Strategies
P-CCS' Approach to Student-Centered Virtual Learning
Through their participation in TLA's Strategy Lab: Virtual & Hybrid program, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools' Virtual Academy designed and piloted a program that would help middle-school students intentionally work toward mastery.
Spotlights & Case Studies
Learner-Centered Design in Virtual and Hybrid Learning
For students to succeed in a virtual/hybrid learning environment, it is essential for schools and teachers to implement learner-centered design practices. This Insight explores the research behind this critical lever and real-world case studies of...
Spotlights & Case Studies
Supporting Student Nutrition in Virtual and Hybrid Settings: Lessons from Addressing the Digital Divide
Virtual learners often can't access the same level of nutritional support as their in-person peers. This insight helps virtual and hybrid school and system leaders tackle this challenge.
Strategies
Investing in Infrastructure to Solve Complex Challenges
By implementing a strategic and holistic approach to infrastructure, education leaders can begin to address and find solutions to many of the challenges within education. Using the example of student nutrition, the following steps offer guidance on...
Teaching Practices
Digital Access: How can leaders ensure that every student can access the digital tools they need to develop as expert learners?
This problem of practice offers school leaders three approaches to ensure each student has the ability to use digital tools effectively, safely, and responsibly with consistent access across both home and school settings.
Examples From The Field
Montana Digital Academy
Montana Digital Academy is a state virtual school that provides supplemental, flexible coursework options, for both original and college credit, serving students across Montana public schools.
