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The ''Wyoming Virtual Academy'' ('''WYVA''') is a full-time, online statewide public school located in the [[US]] state of [[Wyoming]]. It uses the private [[K12 Inc]] curriculum and services for course provision. Students may study either part-time or full-time. There is no charge for students. | The ''Wyoming Virtual Academy'' ('''WYVA''') is a full-time, online statewide public school for students in grades K-12, located in the [[US]] state of [[Wyoming]]. It uses the private [[K12 Inc]] curriculum and services for course provision. Students may study either part-time or full-time. There is no charge for students. | ||
WYVA provides all textbooks and instructional materials needed to complete the programme. Students will spend no more than 20-25 percent of their time on the computer in the early grades, and progressively more as they advance through the higher grades. | WYVA provides all textbooks and instructional materials needed to complete the programme. Students will spend no more than 20-25 percent of their time on the computer in the early grades, and progressively more as they advance through the higher grades. | ||
The Wyoming Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/wyva | The Wyoming Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/wyva | ||
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Latest revision as of 19:03, 4 November 2011
The Wyoming Virtual Academy (WYVA) is a full-time, online statewide public school for students in grades K-12, located in the US state of Wyoming. It uses the private K12 Inc curriculum and services for course provision. Students may study either part-time or full-time. There is no charge for students.
WYVA provides all textbooks and instructional materials needed to complete the programme. Students will spend no more than 20-25 percent of their time on the computer in the early grades, and progressively more as they advance through the higher grades.
The Wyoming Virtual Academy web site is at http://www.k12.com/wyva
More Details
WYVA is offered by Niobrara County School District #1. 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
- "Keeping Pace With Online Learning: An Annual Review of Policy and Practice", Evergreen Education Group, 2010, http://kpk12.com/reports/
- Wyoming Virtual Academy web site, http://www.k12.com/wyva