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ENSURING SUCCESS FOR ONLINE STUDENTS

ENSURING SUCCESS FOR ONLINE STUDENTS. VAP Deliverables . Seats in AP vendor courses free of charge T ext books, work books and AP review books AP ® exam fees for registered students Dell Latitude tablets to students

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ENSURING SUCCESS FOR ONLINE STUDENTS

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  1. ENSURING SUCCESS FOR ONLINE STUDENTS

  2. VAP Deliverables • Seatsin AP vendor courses free of charge • Text books, work books and AP review books • AP® exam fees for registered students • Dell Latitude tablets to students • Portable wireless classrooms (laptops, laptop cart, wifi access pointand printer) • Training forfacilitators and stipends • AP Course development • Professional development – guidance counselor conference

  3. Advantages of Online Learning • Increased course opportunities • Flexibility of time and space • Students work at their own pace

  4. Online Learning Myths • Online learning is for everyone • Traditional courses can be copied to online learning • Online learning is quick and easy • Online teaching and learning promotes isolation, lack of community • Online learning will make the teacher obsolete

  5. Challenges of Successful Online Learning Discussions and assignments are reading and writing intensive Time management Technical problems Lack of confidence with technology skills Self motivation- taking initiative

  6. Characteristics of Successful Online Learners • Good time-management skills • Self-motivated • Ability and willingness to learn independently • Strong reading and writing skills • Effective communication skills • Basic technical skills

  7. Is online learning for me?

  8. Tips for Developing Online Learning Skills 1. Develop a time-management strategy. Set a schedule for study time and devote time daily to the course. 2. Make the most of online discussions. Participating in threaded discussions lets you benefit from interaction with classmates and helps you to make new friends. 3. Use it or lose it. Take notes and make connections to your previous knowledge and experience. 4. Make questions useful to your learning. In an online setting, you and your classmates can take the time to craft quality questions and responses. 5. Stay motivated Keep your eye on the prize. Develop a self-motivation plan.

  9. Circles of Support DISTRICT PRINCIPAL AND/OR BOCES EVALUATOR DISTRICT FACILITATOR AND GUIDANCE COUNSELOR ONLINE TEACHER AND PARENTS STUDENT

  10. Online Teacher Responsibilities Include: • Up-to-date announcements • On-going and consistent communication • Individualized Feedback • Quality interactions in the forums • Well organized syllabus and gradebook

  11. District Facilitator/Mentor Responsibilities Include: • Supporting the shift to an online learning environment • Monitoring student academic progress • Proctoring and supervising exams • Intervening with students as necessary

  12. Student Support System

  13. Scheduling and Space Considerations Time scheduled for course work during the student day (i.e., study hall, library period, zero period) Create a quiet, peaceful environment with minimal distractions Consider the number of students that your district can successfully accommodate based upon available space, equipment and support

  14. 2014-2015 School Year The VAP Grant Continues • Nassau BOCES will pay for up to 20 students to participate in a virtual AP course, vendor driven course or blended course • Nassau BOCES will provide textbooks, workbooks and exam review books • School district will provide a facilitator/mentor with any associated stipend to support students

  15. Questions?

  16. Debbie Kennedy Western Suffolk BOCES Divisional Administrator Curriculum & Instruction dkennedy@wsboces.org 631 595-6813

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