Barbour, M. K. (2014, October). In the public interest: Examining the profit motive in cyber charter schooling. A roundtable presentation to the Northeastern Education Research Association, Trumbull, CT
OLC 2015 - Virtual Schooling and K-12 Online Learning: A Bridge Still Too Far?Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2015, October). Virtual schooling and K-12 online learning: A bridge still too far? An invited feature presentation at the 21st annual Online Learning Consortium International Conference, Orlando, FL.
Job Talk: Research - University of South Alabama (2016)Michael Barbour
This document summarizes research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while K-12 online learning has grown significantly since the 1990s, research on its effectiveness remains limited. Studies that do exist have found mixed results on student performance in online environments compared to brick-and-mortar schools. Additionally, online students tend to be more motivated, higher-achieving, and less socioeconomically diverse than traditional students. Research on full-time online schools shows lower performance levels than traditional schools, and that online schools often enroll students performing below grade level in math and reading. More research is still needed that directly compares like student populations.
Job Talk: Research - University of Buffalo, SUNY (2016)Michael Barbour
This document discusses the growth of K-12 online learning programs since 1991 and examines claims made by proponents of online learning. It summarizes that while online learning enrollment has increased significantly, the research base examining student performance in online K-12 programs is limited and has produced mixed findings. Many studies have found selection bias issues where online students are more motivated or higher-achieving to begin with. Research on full-time online students has also found lower performance levels compared to brick-and-mortar students on average.
Job Talk: Research - Georgia College and State University (2016)Michael Barbour
This document discusses what is known about K-12 online learning based on existing research. It notes that while the field of K-12 online learning has grown significantly since the 1990s, there is still a lack of rigorous research evaluating the effectiveness of virtual schools. The research that does exist provides mixed findings on student performance in online environments compared to traditional brick-and-mortar schools. Many studies also fail to adequately control for differences in the types of students enrolled in online versus traditional programs. Overall, the evidence regarding full-time K-12 online learning programs generally shows lower academic performance compared to traditional schools.
REL Southeast 2015 - Designing Data Systems for the Hard Questions: Data El...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & Huerta, L. (2015, April). Designing data systems for the hard questions: Data elements and structures for effectively assessing and improving VirtualSC. A presentation to the Blended and Online Research Alliance's South Carolina Workshop, Columbia, SC.
This document discusses research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while some initial studies suggested comparable or better performance for online students, more rigorous research shows lower performance for full-time online students. Some reasons cited for lower performance include online schools serving more disadvantaged student populations who enter behind in skills, and high dropout rates from online courses impacting results. The document calls for more research that properly accounts for differences in student populations between online and brick-and-mortar schools.
AERA 2014 - What Do We Actually Know? Examining the Research into Virtual Sch...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2014, April). What do we actually know? Examining the research into virtual schools for useful models. A presentation at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Philadelphia, PA.
OLC 2015 - Virtual Schooling and K-12 Online Learning: A Bridge Still Too Far?Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2015, October). Virtual schooling and K-12 online learning: A bridge still too far? An invited feature presentation at the 21st annual Online Learning Consortium International Conference, Orlando, FL.
Job Talk: Research - University of South Alabama (2016)Michael Barbour
This document summarizes research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while K-12 online learning has grown significantly since the 1990s, research on its effectiveness remains limited. Studies that do exist have found mixed results on student performance in online environments compared to brick-and-mortar schools. Additionally, online students tend to be more motivated, higher-achieving, and less socioeconomically diverse than traditional students. Research on full-time online schools shows lower performance levels than traditional schools, and that online schools often enroll students performing below grade level in math and reading. More research is still needed that directly compares like student populations.
Job Talk: Research - University of Buffalo, SUNY (2016)Michael Barbour
This document discusses the growth of K-12 online learning programs since 1991 and examines claims made by proponents of online learning. It summarizes that while online learning enrollment has increased significantly, the research base examining student performance in online K-12 programs is limited and has produced mixed findings. Many studies have found selection bias issues where online students are more motivated or higher-achieving to begin with. Research on full-time online students has also found lower performance levels compared to brick-and-mortar students on average.
Job Talk: Research - Georgia College and State University (2016)Michael Barbour
This document discusses what is known about K-12 online learning based on existing research. It notes that while the field of K-12 online learning has grown significantly since the 1990s, there is still a lack of rigorous research evaluating the effectiveness of virtual schools. The research that does exist provides mixed findings on student performance in online environments compared to traditional brick-and-mortar schools. Many studies also fail to adequately control for differences in the types of students enrolled in online versus traditional programs. Overall, the evidence regarding full-time K-12 online learning programs generally shows lower academic performance compared to traditional schools.
REL Southeast 2015 - Designing Data Systems for the Hard Questions: Data El...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & Huerta, L. (2015, April). Designing data systems for the hard questions: Data elements and structures for effectively assessing and improving VirtualSC. A presentation to the Blended and Online Research Alliance's South Carolina Workshop, Columbia, SC.
This document discusses research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while some initial studies suggested comparable or better performance for online students, more rigorous research shows lower performance for full-time online students. Some reasons cited for lower performance include online schools serving more disadvantaged student populations who enter behind in skills, and high dropout rates from online courses impacting results. The document calls for more research that properly accounts for differences in student populations between online and brick-and-mortar schools.
AERA 2014 - What Do We Actually Know? Examining the Research into Virtual Sch...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2014, April). What do we actually know? Examining the research into virtual schools for useful models. A presentation at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Philadelphia, PA.
SITE 2015 - The Disconnect Between Policy and Research: Examining the Researc...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., (2015, March). The disconnect between policy and research: Examining the research into full-time K-12 online learning. A full paper presentation at annual conference for the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, Las Vegas, NV.
Job Talk: Research - Texas Tech University (2015)Michael Barbour
This document discusses the growth of K-12 online learning from the early 1990s to present day, with enrollments increasing from 40,000-50,000 students in 2000-2001 to an estimated 2-6 million students today. However, the author notes that research on the effectiveness and experiences of K-12 online learning has been limited and based primarily on personal accounts rather than rigorous studies. While some performance comparisons seem to show online students performing equally or better, the author argues these may not provide an accurate picture when factors like student motivation and dropout rates are considered. Studies also suggest full-time online students, especially those in cyber schools, tend to include more at-risk populations and have lower achievement scores, highlighting the need
Job Talk: Research (2013): Sacred Heart UniversityMichael Barbour
This document summarizes research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while the number of students in online programs is growing rapidly, the available research is limited. Studies that compare online and face-to-face student performance have found mixed results, and the online students studied tend to be more motivated and academically prepared. More recent research indicates full-time online students, including those from underserved populations, may perform worse and have higher dropout rates. The author advocates for more research on how to better support all types of K-12 online learners.
What's Happening with K-12 Online Learning in CaliforniaRob Darrow
The document summarizes research on K-12 online learning trends in California. It finds that enrollment in online charter schools has increased 80% in the last two years, though full-time online students only represent 0.16% of total K-12 enrollment in California. Studies show comparable achievement between online charter and traditional high school students. The document recommends adopting standard definitions and a funding model for online learning in California to support continued innovation and access.
AECT 2012 - The Landscape of K-12 Online Learning: Examining What Is KnownMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2012, November). The landscape of K-12 online learning: Examining what is known. A paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Louisville, KY.
While the use of online learning at the K-12 level of growing exponentially, the availability of empirical evidence to help guide this growth is severely lacking. The presenter provides an overview of the nature of K-12 online learning today and a critical examination of the literature and – lack of research – supporting its use. The presenter further describes some of the methodological issues surround the limited among of existing research.
The Buckeye Online School for Success (BOSS) is an online public charter school in Ohio serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade. It was founded in 2003 and has grown from an initial class of 15 students to over 1,600 students currently enrolled. BOSS aims to provide flexible, at-home education options and aligns its curriculum with Ohio standards. It offers live online classes, self-paced courses, and support services similar to traditional schools. Student performance is slightly below state benchmarks, but BOSS works to meet the needs of diverse and at-risk learners.
Virtual schools are internet-based alternatives to traditional brick-and-mortar schools that allow students to learn through online courses without face-to-face instruction. While proponents argue virtual schools provide advantages like flexible pacing and increased access, research finds high dropout rates from virtual schools and students performing worse than peers in traditional schools. The document concludes virtual schools lack the support and training of traditional schools and interventions within communities are likely more effective ways to address the reasons students drop out of school.
PTDEA 2016 - Digital Natives, Net Generation, Generation Me…What Do We Really...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2016, October). Digital natives, net generation, generation me… What do we really know about today’s students and how they learn? A presentation at the annual meeting of the Provincial and Territorial Distance Education Association, Edmonton, AB.
Virtual schools provide internet-based instruction delivered synchronously or asynchronously through a learning management system. They are available for all grade levels from K-12 to higher education and must meet the same standards as traditional brick and mortar schools. Enrollment in virtual schools has grown 30% annually with over 500,000 students currently utilizing online learning. Virtual schools provide expanded educational opportunities and help equalize access to education for all students.
WSU Humanities Fall Symposia 2013 - Privatizing Public Education Through Cybe...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, September). Privatizing public education through cyber schooling: Examining truth and myth in the dominant narrative of K-12 online learning. A presentation at the Wayne State University Humanities Center Fall Symposia, Detroit, MI.
1) Online course enrollments have grown significantly in recent years, with 1.8 million K-12 students enrolled in online courses in 2009-2010. 2) Approximately 250,000 students were enrolled full-time in online schools in 2010-2011, with the highest enrollments in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Colorado. 3) While online opportunities are expanding, participation from special needs students, low-income students, and some minority groups still lags behind other groups, indicating issues around access.
Getting your masters doctorate in your p jscdcummings
The document summarizes information about online graduate programs in education offered by Lamar University. It discusses the growth of online learning nationally and presents statistics on the increasing numbers of students taking online courses. It then provides details on Lamar University's online Master's and Doctorate programs in Education, their concentrations, and course requirements. Testimonials from graduates of the programs are included, followed by instructions for applying and contact information.
This dissertation examines differences in achievement and dropout rates between online charter high school students and traditional high school students in California. The study compares test scores and dropout data from 10 online charter schools and 10 traditional schools that serve similar percentages of economically disadvantaged students. The dissertation aims to determine if at-risk students are disproportionately enrolled in online charter schools and if these students experience more success compared to traditional schools.
This document discusses the growth of online and blended learning programs. It notes that enrollment in online schools has increased 30% per year, compared to 11-20% annual growth for charter schools. The challenges of high dropout rates and students unprepared for college/careers are also mentioned. The document then provides definitions for online, blended, and traditional learning. It reviews the history and policy landscape of online K-12 education in the U.S. and gives examples of different types of online schools including statewide programs and those run by private companies. Research showing comparable or better achievement for online students is summarized before contact details are provided.
This literature review examines trends in K-12 virtual schools using peer-reviewed articles and reports. It discusses the history of virtual schools emerging in the 1920s, types of virtual schools including state-funded, charter, and private models. The review also covers the purpose of providing innovative education and flexible course options. Student experiences varied with synchronous classes generally more positive than asynchronous. Benefits included access to classes and instructors worldwide while challenges involved accreditation, resistance to change, and funding models. It is predicted virtual school enrollment will grow significantly in coming years.
E-Learn 2013 - Promoting Failure: Examining Policies Related to K-12 Online S...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, October). Promoting failure: Examining policies related to K-12 online schools. A paper presented at the annual World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare and Higher Education, Las Vegas, NV.
Humanities Center - Opposing the Dominant K-12 Online Learning Narrative of E...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2012, October). Opposing the dominant K-12 online learning narrative of educational reformers. A brown bag presentation to the Humanities Center at Wayne State University, Detroit, MI.
View the actual presentation at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZQMe_djyys
13.8.27 ohio department of education news & views pie avid contributionhmhollingsworth
Springfield City Schools has launched several new initiatives to help students succeed, including personalized learning programs through Navigate Success. This allows students in grades 7-12 to earn credits in flexible ways such as online courses, internships, or testing out of material. The district also opened a STEM academy and works with local universities on college counseling. Meanwhile, Achieve Career Preparatory Academy in Toledo opened a new 3D computer lab that uses projectors and software to bring concepts to life for subjects like science and math. The lab helps re-engage students and has been well-received. Akron Public Schools also runs a Closing the Achievement Gap program that identifies at-risk students and provides mentoring and a
100 дена Влада-перцепции на граѓаните на РММЦМС | MCIC
Целта на истражувањето беше да се измери јавното мнение по низа прашања за да може
да се заокружи општа слика за довербата на граѓаните кон Владата и нејзината работа, како
и ставови во врска со низа релевантни прашања кои произлегуваат од политичкиот живот
во Македонија.
SITE 2015 - The Disconnect Between Policy and Research: Examining the Researc...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., (2015, March). The disconnect between policy and research: Examining the research into full-time K-12 online learning. A full paper presentation at annual conference for the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, Las Vegas, NV.
Job Talk: Research - Texas Tech University (2015)Michael Barbour
This document discusses the growth of K-12 online learning from the early 1990s to present day, with enrollments increasing from 40,000-50,000 students in 2000-2001 to an estimated 2-6 million students today. However, the author notes that research on the effectiveness and experiences of K-12 online learning has been limited and based primarily on personal accounts rather than rigorous studies. While some performance comparisons seem to show online students performing equally or better, the author argues these may not provide an accurate picture when factors like student motivation and dropout rates are considered. Studies also suggest full-time online students, especially those in cyber schools, tend to include more at-risk populations and have lower achievement scores, highlighting the need
Job Talk: Research (2013): Sacred Heart UniversityMichael Barbour
This document summarizes research on K-12 online learning. It finds that while the number of students in online programs is growing rapidly, the available research is limited. Studies that compare online and face-to-face student performance have found mixed results, and the online students studied tend to be more motivated and academically prepared. More recent research indicates full-time online students, including those from underserved populations, may perform worse and have higher dropout rates. The author advocates for more research on how to better support all types of K-12 online learners.
What's Happening with K-12 Online Learning in CaliforniaRob Darrow
The document summarizes research on K-12 online learning trends in California. It finds that enrollment in online charter schools has increased 80% in the last two years, though full-time online students only represent 0.16% of total K-12 enrollment in California. Studies show comparable achievement between online charter and traditional high school students. The document recommends adopting standard definitions and a funding model for online learning in California to support continued innovation and access.
AECT 2012 - The Landscape of K-12 Online Learning: Examining What Is KnownMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2012, November). The landscape of K-12 online learning: Examining what is known. A paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Louisville, KY.
While the use of online learning at the K-12 level of growing exponentially, the availability of empirical evidence to help guide this growth is severely lacking. The presenter provides an overview of the nature of K-12 online learning today and a critical examination of the literature and – lack of research – supporting its use. The presenter further describes some of the methodological issues surround the limited among of existing research.
The Buckeye Online School for Success (BOSS) is an online public charter school in Ohio serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade. It was founded in 2003 and has grown from an initial class of 15 students to over 1,600 students currently enrolled. BOSS aims to provide flexible, at-home education options and aligns its curriculum with Ohio standards. It offers live online classes, self-paced courses, and support services similar to traditional schools. Student performance is slightly below state benchmarks, but BOSS works to meet the needs of diverse and at-risk learners.
Virtual schools are internet-based alternatives to traditional brick-and-mortar schools that allow students to learn through online courses without face-to-face instruction. While proponents argue virtual schools provide advantages like flexible pacing and increased access, research finds high dropout rates from virtual schools and students performing worse than peers in traditional schools. The document concludes virtual schools lack the support and training of traditional schools and interventions within communities are likely more effective ways to address the reasons students drop out of school.
PTDEA 2016 - Digital Natives, Net Generation, Generation Me…What Do We Really...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2016, October). Digital natives, net generation, generation me… What do we really know about today’s students and how they learn? A presentation at the annual meeting of the Provincial and Territorial Distance Education Association, Edmonton, AB.
Virtual schools provide internet-based instruction delivered synchronously or asynchronously through a learning management system. They are available for all grade levels from K-12 to higher education and must meet the same standards as traditional brick and mortar schools. Enrollment in virtual schools has grown 30% annually with over 500,000 students currently utilizing online learning. Virtual schools provide expanded educational opportunities and help equalize access to education for all students.
WSU Humanities Fall Symposia 2013 - Privatizing Public Education Through Cybe...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, September). Privatizing public education through cyber schooling: Examining truth and myth in the dominant narrative of K-12 online learning. A presentation at the Wayne State University Humanities Center Fall Symposia, Detroit, MI.
1) Online course enrollments have grown significantly in recent years, with 1.8 million K-12 students enrolled in online courses in 2009-2010. 2) Approximately 250,000 students were enrolled full-time in online schools in 2010-2011, with the highest enrollments in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Colorado. 3) While online opportunities are expanding, participation from special needs students, low-income students, and some minority groups still lags behind other groups, indicating issues around access.
Getting your masters doctorate in your p jscdcummings
The document summarizes information about online graduate programs in education offered by Lamar University. It discusses the growth of online learning nationally and presents statistics on the increasing numbers of students taking online courses. It then provides details on Lamar University's online Master's and Doctorate programs in Education, their concentrations, and course requirements. Testimonials from graduates of the programs are included, followed by instructions for applying and contact information.
This dissertation examines differences in achievement and dropout rates between online charter high school students and traditional high school students in California. The study compares test scores and dropout data from 10 online charter schools and 10 traditional schools that serve similar percentages of economically disadvantaged students. The dissertation aims to determine if at-risk students are disproportionately enrolled in online charter schools and if these students experience more success compared to traditional schools.
This document discusses the growth of online and blended learning programs. It notes that enrollment in online schools has increased 30% per year, compared to 11-20% annual growth for charter schools. The challenges of high dropout rates and students unprepared for college/careers are also mentioned. The document then provides definitions for online, blended, and traditional learning. It reviews the history and policy landscape of online K-12 education in the U.S. and gives examples of different types of online schools including statewide programs and those run by private companies. Research showing comparable or better achievement for online students is summarized before contact details are provided.
This literature review examines trends in K-12 virtual schools using peer-reviewed articles and reports. It discusses the history of virtual schools emerging in the 1920s, types of virtual schools including state-funded, charter, and private models. The review also covers the purpose of providing innovative education and flexible course options. Student experiences varied with synchronous classes generally more positive than asynchronous. Benefits included access to classes and instructors worldwide while challenges involved accreditation, resistance to change, and funding models. It is predicted virtual school enrollment will grow significantly in coming years.
E-Learn 2013 - Promoting Failure: Examining Policies Related to K-12 Online S...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, October). Promoting failure: Examining policies related to K-12 online schools. A paper presented at the annual World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare and Higher Education, Las Vegas, NV.
Humanities Center - Opposing the Dominant K-12 Online Learning Narrative of E...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2012, October). Opposing the dominant K-12 online learning narrative of educational reformers. A brown bag presentation to the Humanities Center at Wayne State University, Detroit, MI.
View the actual presentation at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZQMe_djyys
13.8.27 ohio department of education news & views pie avid contributionhmhollingsworth
Springfield City Schools has launched several new initiatives to help students succeed, including personalized learning programs through Navigate Success. This allows students in grades 7-12 to earn credits in flexible ways such as online courses, internships, or testing out of material. The district also opened a STEM academy and works with local universities on college counseling. Meanwhile, Achieve Career Preparatory Academy in Toledo opened a new 3D computer lab that uses projectors and software to bring concepts to life for subjects like science and math. The lab helps re-engage students and has been well-received. Akron Public Schools also runs a Closing the Achievement Gap program that identifies at-risk students and provides mentoring and a
100 дена Влада-перцепции на граѓаните на РММЦМС | MCIC
Целта на истражувањето беше да се измери јавното мнение по низа прашања за да може
да се заокружи општа слика за довербата на граѓаните кон Владата и нејзината работа, како
и ставови во врска со низа релевантни прашања кои произлегуваат од политичкиот живот
во Македонија.
Job Talk: Teaching (2007) - Wayne State UniversityMichael Barbour
This document discusses how students today spend much more time playing video games and on their phones than doing other activities like reading. It also discusses how researchers who visit schools are only effective for a short time before the school reverts back. WebQuests and PowerPoint games are presented as exceptions that teachers can continue using on their own to integrate technology into the classroom in an effective way. Contact information is provided at the end for the author.
Извештај за овозможувачката околина за развој на граѓанското општество во Мак...МЦМС | MCIC
Извештајот укажува на јакнење на потенцијалот и капацитетите на ГО за застапување и лобирање“, финансиран од Европската комисија и спроведуван од БЦСДН и членките на БЦСДН, во партнерство со Европскиот центар за непрофитно право (ЕЦНЛ) и Европската мрежа на национални граѓански организации (ЕННА).
London Region (2013) - State of the Nation: K-12 Online Learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, March). State of the Nation: K-12 Online Learning in Canada. A presentation to the London Region Digital Learning Steering Committee Meeting, London, ON.
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[TechDIY.org]The workbook of "a winking rabbit doll"(Korean)Ji Lee
With using the switch, you can materialize fun interaction design. Think of an amusing design that applied the switch to turn on and off the LED. What about a rabbit that winks its eye when the other side is closed?
by TechDIY.org
스위치를 이용하여 재미있는 인터렉션 디자인 작품을 만들수 있습니다. LED를 켜고 끄는 스위치를 이용하여 만들수 있는 디자인을 창의적으로 생각해보세요~ 귀를 접어 눈을 가리면서 토끼가 윙크할때 다른쪽 눈에 불이 들어오는 디자인을 생각해보세요~
The D.I.Y. (Do It Yourself) technologies project for women, Tech DIY, involves a holistic process of mothers and daughters learning electronics together and sharing this with others. With the Tech DIY kit, mothers will have a good time with their children. It will offer alternative views of how mothers and their children relate to technology. Children will see that women can understand and be creative with technology.
KMD në funksion të mbrojtjes nga diskriminimi – doracak për qytetarëМЦМС | MCIC
Ky Doracak duhet të shërbejë si një ndihmë për të gjithë ata që konsiderojnë të jenë viktima të diskriminimit, në cilën do bazë apo fushë, pa pretendime për të qenë puna e fundit në përpunimin e kësaj çështje.
Strategjisë së Komunës së Dibrës për bashkëpunim me sektorin civil dhe zhvill...МЦМС | MCIC
Qëllimi i përgjithshëm i Strategjisë është forcimi i bashkëpunimit të komunës me sektorin
civil dhe avancimi i bashkësisë përmes inkuadrimit aktiv të organizatave qytetare në
proceset e krijimit të politikave të përbashkëta dhe zhvillimin e qëndrueshëm.
The document discusses the importance of properly forming straight rows during congregational prayers in Islam. It notes that the Prophet Muhammad ordered that rows be straight and warned of consequences for failing to do so. It provides guidance on standing shoulder-to-shoulder and foot-to-foot with others in the row, avoiding gaps, completing the first row before starting a second, having women's rows behind men's, and other proper etiquette to follow when forming rows for prayer.
Local Cooperation between LG and the Civil Society OrganizationsМЦМС | MCIC
Project: Civil Dialogue on a Local Level
Domestic Research Findings: „Local Cooperation between LG and the Civil Society Organizations“
Dimce Mitreski, MCIC Skopje, July 2011
This document summarizes key points about a new policy. It notes that the policy aims to [1] improve access to services and [2] streamline administrative processes. However, it also acknowledges that [3] some concerns have been raised about potential unintended consequences that will need to be addressed.
The document summarizes extracurricular activities for an English class project including trips to various locations in Catalonia. It describes a Christmas race where students compete in different age categories to win prizes. It also discusses trips taken by the class to the Olympic Channel where they participated in sports like kayaking, volleyball and soccer. Another trip was taken to Collell, a holiday camp where students engaged in activities like horseback riding, swimming, soccer and basketball. The class also attended an English camp in first year where only English was spoken.
E-Learn 2002 - Online Writing as a Form of Electronic Communication in a Seco...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & Collins, M. (2002, November). Online writing as a form of electronic communication in a second year biology course. Paper presented at the annual World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare and Higher Education, Montreal, QC.
Заедно за евроатлантската перспектива - поделени во перцепцијата за посветеностаМЦМС | MCIC
Истражувањето се состои од прашања кои се однесуваат на стратешката ориентација
на Македонија во надворешната политика и постигнувањата на Владата на тој план, како и
на процесот на интеграцијата во Европската унија.
NEPC Panel 2014 - What Do We Know, and What Should We Know, About Virtual Sch...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., (2014, September). What do we know, and what should we know, about virtual schools? Eighth Annual NEPC Fellows Research Panels, Boulder, CO.
ACSDE 2021 - Getting Us Started with K-12 Distance and Online Learning Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2021, February). Getting us started with K-12 distance and online learning [Webinar]. American Center For The Study Of Distance Education.
Job Talk (2012): University of Western OntarioMichael Barbour
The document summarizes research on K-12 online learning and its policy implications. It finds that much of the early literature focused on potential benefits but lacked rigorous studies. Some performance comparisons found similar results to traditional schools, but students in online programs tended to be more motivated and self-directed. More recent studies show lower performance among full-time online students, including those in cyber schools. The research faces challenges in truly comparing student populations and accounting for teacher and program effects. Overall, the research provides limited guidance for policymaking on K-12 online learning.
League of Women Voters Lansing Area (2021) - What Does the Research Tell Us? ...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2021, February). What does the research tell us? How should research shape policy? [Online Presentation]. League of Women Voters Lansing Area.
ACSDE 2019 - The Landscape of K-12 Online Learning: Exploring What is KnownMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2019, May). The landscape of K-12 online learning: Exploring what is known. An invited webinar by American Center For The Study Of Distance Education.
iNACOL Southeastern Cmte (November 2013) - What Do We Really Know? What Does ...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, November). What do we really know? What does the research say about K-12 online learning? A webinar presentation to the south-eastern committee of the International Association for K-12 Online Learning.
Dwyer, J., Gaither, M., Kunzman, R., & Barbour, M. K. (2021, June). Educational, social, and civic issues [Panel]. Homeschooling Summit: Problems, Politics, and Prospects for Reform
AERA 2012 - Countering a Dominant Narrative of Educational Reformers: Examini...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2012, April). Countering a dominant narrative of educational reformers: Examining the research on the effectiveness of virtual schooling. A paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Vancouver, BC.
This proposal examines the rhetoric used by proponents of educational reform and the use of online learning as a solution for K-12 education. Using the research into K-12 online learning, I argue that those educational reformers use methodologically flawed research or promote an inaccurate understanding of research results to promote a corporate agenda in K-12 online learning. The proposed session will examine the limited amount of research into virtual schooling in an effort to better understand what this research indicates about the effectiveness of K-12 online learning.
NYSCSS 2014 - Plug Nickels, Snake Oil, And Charlatans: What We Really Known A...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2014, March). Plug nickels, snake oil, and charlatans: What we really known about K-12 online learning? An invited keynote presentation to the New York State Council for Social Studies annual meeting, Albany, NY.
Sabbatical (University of Auckland) - Making a Difference with Educational Re...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2011, March). Making a difference with educational research: A new methodological paradigm. An invited presentation to the College of Education at the University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
SITE 2011 - The Promise and the Reality: Exploring the Research on Virtual Sc...Michael Barbour
The literature review found that research on K-12 online learning has generally fallen into two categories: potential benefits and challenges. However, most studies to date have been descriptive rather than rigorous examinations. Research on student performance in online versus face-to-face settings has produced mixed results, but these studies often fail to account for differences in the types of students in each setting. More rigorous research is needed that considers student and teacher characteristics and implements design-based research approaches to better understand the effectiveness of online learning.
UCEA 2013 - CASTLE Panel: Professional Development for Virtual School LeadersMichael Barbour
Bathon, J., Dexter, S., Cho, V., Barbour, M. K., Nash, J., Gayheart, T., & Hurst, T. (2013, November). UCEA Center for the Advanced Study of Technology Leadership in Education (CASTLE) - Boon or bust: Technology and adult professional learning. A presentation at the annual convention of the University Council for Educational Administration, Indianapolis, IN.
Barbour, M. K. (2011, June). K-12 online education. A presentation at the 2011 Online Teaching Conference, http://www.nextleveleducator.com/onlineteachingconference.html.
SPERA 2010 - The Promise and the Reality: Exploring Virtual Schooling in Rura...Michael Barbour
The document summarizes research on K-12 online learning and virtual schooling. It finds that much of the existing research:
1) Compares online students to traditional students without fully accounting for selection bias, as online students tend to be more motivated, independent, and higher-achieving.
2) Focuses on describing virtual schooling practices and potential benefits/challenges rather than rigorous research on teaching and learning outcomes.
3) Indicates a lack of research specifically on K-12 online learning, especially at the elementary level.
Sabbatical (Massey University) - An Introduction to a New Research Paradigm: ...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2011, April). An introduction to a new research paradigm: Design-based research. An invited presentation to the National Centre for Teaching and Learning at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand.
SITE 2015 - Innovative Public Education or Glorified Homeschooling: Funding F...Michael Barbour
1) Existing research on the cost of K-12 online learning shows a range of costs from 51-77% of traditional brick-and-mortar schools, with many states funding virtual schools at 30-50% less than traditional schools.
2) Some studies have found that the operating costs of online programs are about the same as traditional schools when capital and transportation costs are excluded for traditional schools.
3) Questions have arisen around the level of funding for full-time online learning given that programs often rely heavily on parents serving as learning coaches to provide instructional support.
Brigham Young University - The State of K-12 Online Learning Research: Lookin...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K. (2013, February). The state of K-12 online learning research: Looking forward. An invited presentation to the Department of Instructional Performance and Technology at Brigham Young University, Provo, UT.
OTESSA 2024 - Design Principles for K-12 Online Learning: A Comparative Revie...Michael Barbour
LaBonte, R., Childs, E., & Barbour, M. K. (2024, June). Design principles for K-12 online learning: A comparative review of standards and theoretical models [Paper]. Open/Technology in Education, Society, and Scholarship Association Annual Conference, Montreal, QC.
CIDER 2024 - State of the Nation: K-12 e-Learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2024, May). State of the nation: K-12 e-learning in Canada [Webinar]. Canadian Institute of Distance Education Research.
DLAC 2024 - L’état de l’apprentissage électronique de la maternelle à la 12e ...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., LaBonte, R., & Mongrain, J. (2024, February). L’état de l’apprentissage électronique de la maternelle à la 12e année au Canada [Poster]. Digital Learning Annual Conference, Austin, TX.
DLAC 2024 - State of the Nation: K-12 e-learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2024, February). State of the nation: K-12 e-learning in Canada [Poster]. Digital Learning Annual Conference, Austin, TX.
LaBonte, R., Barbour, M. K., & Childs, E. (2024, February). Comparing CANeLearn design principles for K-12 online learning with researched models & standards: Principles to guide quality policy & practice [Panel]. Digital Learning Annual Conference, Austin, TX.
SITE Interactive 2023 - Meet the Editors: Publishing About K-12 Online and Bl...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & Rice, M. (2023, August). Meet the editors: Publishing about K-12 online and blended learning research and practice [Keynote]. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Interactive, online.
SITE Interactive 2023 - Where Did We Go Wrong? An Exploration of the Failure ...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., Hodges, C. B., & Rice, M. (2023, August). Where did we go wrong? An exploration of the failure to prepare for mass school closure [Panel]. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Interactive, online.
ICETOL 2023 - Shaping the Future of Teacher LearningMichael Barbour
Hodges, C. B., & Barbour, M. K. (2023, June 19). Shaping the Future of Teacher Learning [Paper]. International Conference on Educational Technology and Online Learning, Cunda/Ayvalık, Turkey
EDEN 2023 - Digital Teacher Education for a Better Future: Recommendations fo...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & Hodges, C. B. (2023, June 19). Digital teacher education for a better future: Recommendations for teacher preparation for an online environment [Paper]. Annual Meeting of the European Distance Education Network, Dublin, Ireland.
BOLTT 2023 - CANeLearn Research: Applications for Practice (French)Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2023, May). CANeLearn research: Applications for practice [Panel]. Bringing Online Learning Teachers Together, Ottawa, ON.
BOLTT 2023 - CANeLearn Research: Applications for Practice (EnglishMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2023, May). CANeLearn research: Applications for practice [Panel]. Bringing Online Learning Teachers Together, Ottawa, ON.
TUC Research Day 2023 - State of the Nation: K-12 e-Learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
This document summarizes a study on K-12 distance, online, and blended learning in Canada. It begins by noting that most previous research had focused on programs in the United States, with little known about initiatives in other parts of North America like Canada. The goals of the study were to understand how these programs are governed in each Canadian province/territory and the level of participation. Data was collected through surveys of education ministries, interviews, and a review of documents. The findings showed participation growing each year, with the most populated provinces like Ontario and Alberta having the highest numbers and per capita involvement. It also described the mix of centralized provincial programs and those run through local school districts. The document concludes by noting ongoing work to
Barbour, M. K., Moore, S., & Veletsianos, G. (2023, April). Questionable-cause logical fallacy and modality scapegoating: Synthesis of research on mental health and remote learning [Paper]. A part of the “Examining the Impact of COVID-19 on Education Systems Around the World” at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.
AERA 2023 - Teaching During Times of Turmoil: Ensuring Continuity of Learning...Michael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2023, April). Teaching during times of turmoil: Ensuring continuity of learning during school closures [Paper]. As part of the “Examining the Impact of COVID-19 on Education Systems Around the World” at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.
CIDER 2023 - State of the Nation: K-12 E-learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
Barbour, M. K., & LaBonte, R. (2023, March). State of the nation: K-12 e-learning in Canada [Webinar]. Canadian Institute of Distance Education Research.
The document summarizes a panel discussion on K-12 online and blended learning across Canada. The panelists represented the Canadian eLearning Network, Touro University, Vista Virtual School Alberta, Ignite Centre for eLearning Alberta, Ontario eLearning Consortium, and CAVLFO.
The panel discussed current practices in each Canadian province, with many moving towards more centralized online learning programs. Key trends included a focus on blended learning at the classroom level and ensuring online learning is integrated into regular teaching practice. While models vary between centralized and decentralized approaches, completion rates do not significantly differ depending on the approach; success depends more on teacher quality.
The discussion concluded by emphasizing that online learning continues to grow in importance despite challenges during
DLAC 2023 - Design Principles for Digital Learning and NSQOL Standards: Commo...Michael Barbour
LaBonte, R., & Barbour, M. K. (2023, February). Design principles for digital learning and NSQOL standards: Commonalities & differences [Contributed Talk]. Digital Learning Annual Conference, Austin, TX.
DLAC 2023 - State of the Nation: K-12 e-Learning in CanadaMichael Barbour
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4. Bigbie &
McCarroll (2000)
over half of students who completed FLVS courses
scored an A in their course & only 7% received a failing
grade
Barker & Wendel
(2001)
students in the six virtual schools in three different
provinces performed no worse than the students from the
three conventional schools
Cavanaugh et al.
(2005)
FLVS students performed better on a non-mandatory
assessment tool than students from the traditional
classroom
McLeod et al.
(2005)
FLVS students performed better on an algebraic
assessment than their classroom counterparts
Barbour &
Mulcahy (2008,
2009)
little difference in the overall performance of students
based upon delivery model
Chingos &
Schwerdt (2014)
FLVS students perform about the same or somewhat
better on state tests once their pre-high-school
characteristics are taken into account
5. Ballas & Belyk
(2000)
participation rate in the assessment among
virtual students ranged from 65% to 75%
compared to 90% to 96% for the classroom-based
students
Bigbie &
McCarroll (2000)
between 25% and 50% of students had dropped
out of their FLVS courses over the previous two-year
period
Cavanaugh et al.
(2005)
speculated that the virtual school students who
did take the assessment may have been more
academically motivated and naturally higher
achieving students
McLeod et al.
(2005)
results of the student performance were due to
the high dropout rate in virtual school courses
6. Haughey &
Muirhead (1999)
preferred characteristics include the highly motivated,
self-directed, self-disciplined, independent learner who
could read and write well, and who also had a strong
interest in or ability with technology
Roblyer & Elbaum
(2000)
only students with a high need to control and structure
their own learning may choose distance formats freely
Clark et al. (2002) IVHS students were highly motivated, high achieving,
self-directed and/or who liked to work independently
Mills (2003) typical online student was an A or B student
Watkins (2005) 45% of the students who participated in e-learning
opportunities in Michigan were either advanced
placement or academically advanced students
7. • “Online student scores in math, reading, and writing
have been lower than scores for students statewide over
the last three years.” (Colorado, 2006)
• “Virtual charter school pupils’ median scores on the
mathematics section of the Wisconsin Knowledge and
Concepts Examination were almost always lower than
statewide medians during the 2005-06 and 2006-07
school years.” (Wisconsin, 2010)
• “Half of the online students wind up leaving within a
year. When they do, they’re often further behind
academically then when they started.” (Colorado, 2011)
8. • “Compared with all students statewide, full-time
online students had significantly lower proficiency
rates on the math MCA-II but similar proficiency rates
in reading.” (Minnesota, 2011)
• “nearly nine of every 10 students enrolled in at least
one statewide online course, all had graduation rates
and AIMS math passing rates below the state
average” (Arizona, 2011)
• “…students at K12 Inc., the nation’s largest virtual
school company, are falling further behind in reading
and math scores than students in brick-and-mortar
schools.” (Miron & Urschel, 2012)
9. 1. “the preliminary research shows promise for online
learning as an effective alternative for improving
student performance across diverse groups of
students.” (Patrick, & Powell, 2009)
2. “rank higher when looking at their ‘value-added’
progress over one year rather than simply measuring
their one-time testing performance.” (Ohio Alliance
for Public Charter Schools, 2009)
10. 1. “The mission of the International Association for K-
12 Online Learning (iNACOL) is to ensure all students
have access to a world-class education and quality
blended and online learning opportunities that
prepare them for a lifetime of success.”
2. Ohio Alliance for Public Charter Schools — an
“organization dedicated to the enhancement and
sustainability of quality charter schools”
11. • “K12 Inc. virtual schools enroll approximately the same
percentages of black students but substantially more white
students and fewer Hispanic students relative to public schools
in the states in which the company operates”
• “39.9% of K12 students qualify for free or reduced lunch,
compared with 47.2% for the same-state comparison group.”
• “K12 virtual schools enroll a slightly smaller proportion of
students with disabilities than schools in their states and in the
nation as a whole (9.4% for K12 schools, 11.5% for same-state
comparisons, and 13.1% in the nation).”
• “Students classified as English language learners are
significantly under-represented in K12 schools; on average the
K12 schools enroll 0.3% ELL students compared with 13.8% in
the same-state comparison group and 9.6% in the nation.”
Miron, G. & Urschel, J. (2012). Understanding and improving full-time virtual schools. Denver, CO: National
Education Policy Center.
12. “AYP is not a reliable measure of school
performance…. There is an emerging
consensus to scrap AYP and replace it with a
better system that measures academic
progress and growth. K12 has been
measuring student academic growth on
behalf of its partner schools, and the results
are strong with academic gains above the
national average.”
Jeff Kwitowski - K12, Inc. Vice President of Public Affairs
13. Mathematics performance:
• students in the face-to-face group increased their performance by 1% more than the ARVA
group from grades 3 to 5 (not statistically significant)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 5% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 4 to 6 (not statistically significant)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 2% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 5 to 7 (not statistically significant)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 16% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 6 to 8 (statistically significant at the p=0.10 level)
• Literacy performance:
• students in the face-to-face group increased their performance by 3% more than the ARVA
group from grades 3 to 5 (not statistically significant)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 11% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 4 to 6 (statistically significant at the p=0.10 level)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 2% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 5 to 7 (not statistically significant)
• students in the ARVA group increased their performance by 7% more than the face-to-face
group from grades 6 to 8 (not statistically significant)
14. • The ARVA sample had several of its lowest performing
students removed before they had repeated a grade
or had dropped out over the two year period
• The ARVA sample was a more affluent group
• The ARVA sample had significant fewer minority
students
• The researchers choose to use an alpha level of 0.10
15. • “the operating costs of online programs are about the
same as the operating costs of a regular brick-and-mortar
program.” (Anderson, Augenblick, DeCescre, &
Conrad, 2006)
• the report authors excluded from their estimates
traditional schools’ capital expenses and
transportation costs; had those costs been included,
the authors noted, “the costs of operating virtual
schools would have been less per pupil than brick-and-mortar
schools.”
16. Colorado Cyberschool
Association (2004)
“cost per student [of cyber schooling] is not enormously
higher than for in-class students. Over time, cyber
education will become substantially more cost-efficient.”
Ohio Legislative
Committee on
Education Oversight
(2005)
the actual cost of the five existing full-time online charter
schools was $5382/student, compared to $8437/student
for traditional public brick-and-mortar schools.
Gillis (2010) Insight School was able to operate their full-time online
charter schools at a cost of only $6,480/student (which
was approximately 65% of the cost of brick-and-mortar
education)
Barbour (2012) St. Clair Virtual Learning Academy cost 16% less in 2009-
10 and was projected to cost 7% less in 2010-11 to provide
full-time online learning than traditional brick-and-mortar
schooling
Fordham Institute
(2012)
traditional brick-and-mortar education costs on average
$10,000/student, full-time K-12 online learning costs
between $5,100/student to $7,700/student
17.
18.
19.
20.
21. • Mountain Heights Academy (formerly the Open High
School of Utah)
o non-profit online charter school based on “open access software
and open educational resources for course delivery and content”
o State Office of Education Public School Data Gateway grade: C
• Utah Virtual Academy
o for-profit corporation — K12, Inc.
o State Office of Education Public School Data Gateway grade: F
• Utah Connections Academy
o for-profit corporation —Connections Education, a division of
Pearson Education
o State Office of Education Public School Data Gateway grade: not
enough students enrolled and/or tested
22. • In the early 2000s banned cyber charter schools after
a case of extreme corruption between one school
district and a for-profit provider
• In Spring/Summer 2009, the legislature lifted the cap
and allowed two companies to each create one full-time
cyber school
o Enrollment capped at 400 students in the first year
o Enrollment capped at an additional 1000 student in second year (1
regular student for each 1 student from the State’s dropped out
roll)
o Enrollment beyond year two would be determined based on the
performance of the programs in those first two years
23.
24. • In the Spring 2011, the legislature moved to remove
all meaningful restrictions on the number and
enrollment levels of cyber schooling in the State
o Finally passed no restrictions on the number of cyber schools, but
limited enrollment to half the size of the largest school district
25. Director of Doctoral Studies
Sacred Heart University
mkbarbour@gmail.com
http://www.michaelbarbour.com
http://virtualschooling.wordpress.com
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