2. WHAT IS A VIRTUAL SCHOOL?
A virtual school or online/ e-school is an
institution that offers courses entirely or
primarily through online methods.
Instructional models range from fully
independent self paced (asynchronous)
courses to semester based virtual
(synchronous) instructor- facilitated
courses.
3. Class sizes range widely with
anywhere from 15 students to as many
as 300 learners in each class section.
WHAT IS A VIRTUAL SCHOOL?
5. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
ADVANTAGES:
Virtual school allows individuals an
opportunity to engage in critical thinking
activities in the environment of their
choice.
Quote: “The virtual school offers endless
possibilities.”
Kevin Roy, director of education for the Elite TNT
Tennis Academy in Montgomery, Texas
6. DISADVANTAGES
A disciplined attitude.
The overuse of technology may result in social,
and sometimes physical problems for children
when they are exposed to too much technology
too soon.
Quote: “If you let your child be educated by a
machine, don't be surprised if what comes out
isn't totally human.”
Jane M. Healy, an educational psychologist
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
7. SOME POPULAR VIRTUAL SCHOOLS IN
THE US
Florida Virtual School
Academy Online High School
California Virtual Academies
Aurora International Academy
Illinois Virtual High School