Welcome to the Virtual Education Wiki ~ Open Education Wiki
Colorado Virtual Academy: Difference between revisions
No edit summary |
|||
| Line 3: | Line 3: | ||
Students are expected to spend no more than 20-25% of their time on the computer in the early grades, and less later on. | Students are expected to spend no more than 20-25% of their time on the computer in the early grades, and less later on. | ||
In 2008-2009, COVA had over 3,100 students enrolled. | |||
The Colorado Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/cova/ | The Colorado Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/cova/ | ||
| Line 12: | Line 13: | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
* "A National Primer on K-12 Online Learning", iNACOL, October 2010, http://www.inacol.org/research/docs/national_report.pdf | * "A National Primer on K-12 Online Learning", iNACOL, October 2010, http://www.inacol.org/research/docs/national_report.pdf | ||
* Colorado Virtual Academy web site, http://www.k12.com/cova/ | * Colorado Virtual Academy web site, http://www.k12.com/cova/ | ||
* "Keeping Pace With Online Learning: An Annual Review of Policy and Practice", Evergreen Education Group, 2010, http://kpk12.com/reports/ | * "Keeping Pace With Online Learning: An Annual Review of Policy and Practice", Evergreen Education Group, 2010, http://kpk12.com/reports/ | ||
Revision as of 04:23, 8 September 2011
The Colorado Virtual Academy (COVA) is a full-time, tuition-free online public charter school located in the US state of Colorado. COVA is partnered with the private K12 Inc. to provide its K-12 curriculum. All Colorado students are eligible to attend. COVA provides all required textbooks and instructional materials. Students can earn a diploma through Colorado Virtual Academy and Adams 12 Five Star school district (Colorado).
Students are expected to spend no more than 20-25% of their time on the computer in the early grades, and less later on.
In 2008-2009, COVA had over 3,100 students enrolled.
The Colorado Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/cova/
More Details
Throughout the year, students are invited to participate in school outings, field trips, picnics, and other social events.
References
- "A National Primer on K-12 Online Learning", iNACOL, October 2010, http://www.inacol.org/research/docs/national_report.pdf
- Colorado Virtual Academy web site, http://www.k12.com/cova/
- "Keeping Pace With Online Learning: An Annual Review of Policy and Practice", Evergreen Education Group, 2010, http://kpk12.com/reports/