Best Virtual School Solution for Students

Recognizes the educational solution that best delivers courses or degree programs online. Can be designed for tutoring, home-schooling, advance placement course work, credit recovery, additional instructional support, personalized learning environments, or college credit and targets the K-12 or postsecondary markets.

Products nominated here are eligible for the Best Non-Traditional Education Solution and Best K-12 Education Solution supercategories.

DreamBox Learning K-3 Math - DreamBox Learning DreamBox Learning K-3 Math is an award-winning online math program for kids in grades K-3. The program wraps a serious math curriculum based on national standards in an adventure style game, providing a fun way for kids to keep math skills sharp. DreamBox Learning K-3 Math sets itself apart from other math programs because it adapts lessons to the math comprehension level of every child who plays. Go To DreamBox Learning's Web Site Go To Product Site
Education2020.com - Education2020 Education2020 helps districts provide self-paced digital instruction for grades 6-12. Our courseware is aligned to state and national standards and has helped students recover credits, credit accrual, and test preparation since 1998. With our web-based model, on-demand video lectures, and customizable settings, e2020 allows you to individualize instruction for every student. Based on its course design and program structure, Education2020 supports a variety of virtual program models including blended, hybrid, or completely online. The company's goal of providing one-on-one instruction to a diverse student population in grades 6-12 supports students in their academic success. Whether the student is a performer, an athlete, homebound, or a typical student, they can easily work within the Education2020 structure, accessing a high-caliber academic program through an internet connection. Not only does the student engage in an interactive learning environment using today's latest technology and digital education structure, but their coursework was designed to meet state and Common Core standards. If a student's schedule or situation prohibits involvement in a traditional classroom, s/he can still gain instruction from a highly qualified teacher via Education2020's video lectures. Rather than simply reading an online textbook, students watch master teachers instruct, review, and model key concepts and strategies. Go To Education2020's Web Site Go To Product Site
Virtual Public School Solution for Students - K12, Inc. K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN), a technology-based education company, is the largest US provider of proprietary curriculum and online education programs to students in kindergarten through high school. Given the geographic flexibility of technology-based education, K12 believed that the pursuit of its mission to provide children access to a high-quality education regardless of their geographic location or socio-economic background could help address the growing concerns regarding the regionalized disparity in the quality of public school education, both in the United States and abroad. Many states have embraced virtual public schools as a means to provide families with a publicly funded alternative to a traditional classroom-based education. The K12 curriculum and patented methodology for online learning are ideal for harnessing this powerful approach to learning. A best-in-class virtual school solution must contain a comprehensive curriculum and instructional program surrounded by academic and student support services to ensure that students attain maximum benefit from this individualized form of education. Unlike many other providers in the education industry, K12 has taken a holistic approach to designing the virtual school solution. We have developed an engaging curriculum which includes online courses delivered over our proprietary school platform. We combine this with a rigorous system to test and assess students and processes to manage school performance and compliance. In addition, our professional development programs enable teachers to better utilize technology for instruction. Our end-to-end learning system is designed to maximize performance of the schools we serve and enhance student academic achievement. We deliver our best-in-class learning model to students primarily through K12 partner virtual public schools. In their online learning environment, students receive assignments, complete lessons, and obtain instruction from certified teachers with whom they interact online, telephonically, in virtual classroom environments, and face-to-face. We believe our virtual school solution is unique in the education industry because of our direct involvement in every component of the educational development and delivery process. We take responsibility for all aspects of the management of K12 partner Virtual Academy schools, including monitoring academic achievement, ensuring alignment with state educational standards, and administration of proctored state exams. K12 virtual school solution is comprised of - Our award-winning and engaging curriculum including online lessons, offline materials and kits, and detailed lesson guides; - A comprehensive integrated instructional program focusing on appropriate use of technology, ongoing assessments, flexible pacing, lesson planning and scheduling, progress tracking, and assessment tracking tools - Teacher services - recruiting, training, ongoing professional development - Student support services - Gifted and special needs programs, and student/parent community tools. As evidence of the benefit of our holistic approach, our fully managed K12 partner schools generally test above state averages on standardized achievement tests. Enrollment growth from 15,000 to over 80,000 in last five years is testament to the impact our virtual school solution is having on families across the US. Parents and educators continue to enroll students in our virtual public schools to provide them with this unique, flexible, and individualized educational program that will help them reach their academic potential. Go To K12, Inc.'s Web Site Go To Product Site
Plato.com - PLATO Learning, Inc. PLATO Learning is a leading provider of high-value, comprehensive online solutions that support educators in their mission to successfully transition learners and advance learner achievement. PLATO solutions advance learner achievement through the use of online curriculum, assessments, and reporting. All PLATO courses are age-appropriate, media-rich, rigorous, highly interactive and engaging, and most of all, effective. Course content is specifically aligned to the objectives of state and national standards. Each course includes an exemptive pretest so that learners can focus on only the material and concepts that they still need to master. Courses also include module-based mastery tests and summative post-tests to ensure learner comprehension. And, all courses and course materials are available online, any time. The result is effective and more efficient learning. Go To PLATO Learning, Inc.'s Web Site Go To Product Site
Camtasia Studio 7.0 - TechSmith Corporation Camtasia Studio is a screen recording solution used by business and education professionals to create online training, demonstrations, and presentations. Unlike simple screen recording applications, Camtasia Studio comes with smart editing tools, professionally designed content, and hosting so you have the confidence to create great looking videos to share with your desired audience that are informing and engaging. Go To TechSmith Corporation's Web Site Go To Product Site

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