http://centeroninstruction.org/topic.cfm?k=E The Center on Instruction offers information on eLearning. Any content that can be delivered via a variety of media, including the Internet, intranet/extranet, video tape, television, and CD/DVD is considered eLearning. It can be instructor-led or self-directed, in real time or asynchronous and can help educators improve outcomes for special populations of students K-12 through credit recovery or accelerated and advanced placement courses. The term eLearning includes: web-based learning computer-based learning virtual classrooms digital collaboration en-us Mon, 21 May 2012 14:08:50 GMT Mon, 21 May 2012 14:08:50 GMT Copyright 2012 Center on Instruction coi-info@rmcres.com (Center on Instruction) info@cvwp.com (CrystalVision, Inc.) eLearning 5 http://centeroninstruction.org/images/logo_main_white.gif http://centeroninstruction.org/topic.cfm?k=E 120 86 http://centeroninstruction.org/references-and-resources-from-school-improvement-grants-sig-webinar-effective-implementation-of-sig-a-systems-based-approach-to-implementing-instructional-change These three documents provide the references and resources identified in the first of the series of COI School Improvement Grants (SIG) webinars on Effective Implementation of School Improvement Grants (SIG). Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:37:54 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/references-and-resources-from-school-improvement-grants-sig-webinar-effective-implementation-of-sig-a-systems-based-approach-to-implementing-instructional-change http://centeroninstruction.org/the-digital-imperative-how-technology-and-teaching-meet-todays-education-challenges This report, an update to the report previously published under the title: The Online Learning Imperative, describes three challenges: (1) students not being prepared for a competitive and rapidly changing world; (2) the reality of continuing budget shortfalls, and (3) the fact that many students are not provided with the best learning environment. Wed, 4 Apr 2012 17:24:31 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/the-digital-imperative-how-technology-and-teaching-meet-todays-education-challenges http://centeroninstruction.org/understanding-the-implications-of-online-learning-for-educational-productivity This report provides foundational knowledge needed to examine and understand the potential contributions of online learning to educational productivity, including a conceptual framework for understanding the necessary components of rigorous productivity analyses, drawing in particular on cost-effectiveness analysis. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:15:40 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/understanding-the-implications-of-online-learning-for-educational-productivity http://centeroninstruction.org/2012-learning-technology-research-taxonomy This report is a valuable source of information for educators and policymakers involved in the selection or development of instructional content or tools delivered through learning technology. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:37:32 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/2012-learning-technology-research-taxonomy http://centeroninstruction.org/distance-education-courses-for-public-elementary-and-secondary-school-students-2009-10 This report provides a comprehensive statistical look at student enrollments in distance education and includes data on the extent of enrollment, monitoring and accountability, deliverers and developers, courses, and technologies. Fri, 9 Dec 2011 13:11:00 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/distance-education-courses-for-public-elementary-and-secondary-school-students-2009-10 http://centeroninstruction.org/keeping-pace-with-online-learning---2010-annual-report The Keeping Pace annual reports have become one of the most important references for those interested in the state of online learning. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:46:51 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/keeping-pace-with-online-learning---2010-annual-report http://centeroninstruction.org/eager-to-learn-educating-our-preschoolers This comprehensive report synthesizes the research findings on early childhood education, language acquisition, and emergent skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science. Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:37:17 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/eager-to-learn-educating-our-preschoolers http://centeroninstruction.org/research-synthesis-points-on-early-childhood-inclusion This document from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion summarizes nine key conclusions drawn from a synthesis on early childhood inclusion. Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:30:02 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/research-synthesis-points-on-early-childhood-inclusion http://centeroninstruction.org/an-exploration-of-at-risk-learners-and-online-education This brief provides a sampling of 22 different online programs currently working with at-risk student populations and examines the strategies these programs are implementing, their experiences, and recommendations for programs facing similar challenges. Tue, 7 Jun 2011 14:48:34 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/an-exploration-of-at-risk-learners-and-online-education http://centeroninstruction.org/national-standards-for-quality-online-programs This document is the third in a series of iNACOL's online education standards and addresses what is needed for a quality online program, including course design and online teaching. Tue, 24 May 2011 12:47:52 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/national-standards-for-quality-online-programs http://centeroninstruction.org/when-success-is-the-only-option-designing-competency-based-pathways-for-next-generation-learning This document summarizes the current status of competency-based programs throughout the country. Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:06:48 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/when-success-is-the-only-option-designing-competency-based-pathways-for-next-generation-learning http://centeroninstruction.org/virtual-k-12-public-school-programs-and-students-with-disabilities-issues-and-recommendations---a-policy-forum-proceedings-document This brief discusses the issue of virtual schools serving students with disabilities. Mon, 27 Dec 2010 19:09:20 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/virtual-k-12-public-school-programs-and-students-with-disabilities-issues-and-recommendations---a-policy-forum-proceedings-document http://centeroninstruction.org/professional-development-for-virtual-schooling-and-online-learning This issue brief recognizes that professional development is a current concern in K-12 online learning. Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:33:58 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/professional-development-for-virtual-schooling-and-online-learning http://centeroninstruction.org/national-standards-for-quality-online-teaching This publication provides states, districts, online programs, and other organizations with a set of quality guidelines for online teaching and instructional design. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:17:04 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/national-standards-for-quality-online-teaching http://centeroninstruction.org/going-virtual-unique-needs-and-challenges-of-k-12-online-teachers This report is Phase II of the Going Virtual! research series and analyzes the unique needs and challenges of K-12 online teachers. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:14:03 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/going-virtual-unique-needs-and-challenges-of-k-12-online-teachers http://centeroninstruction.org/going-virtual-the-status-of-professional-development-for-k-12-online-teachers This report is Phase I of the Going Virtual! research series and explores the practices and models of professional development being used in K-12 virtual schools and programs across the United States. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:12:37 GMT http://centeroninstruction.org/going-virtual-the-status-of-professional-development-for-k-12-online-teachers