Elementary, middle, and high schools are rapidly expanding digital instruction in the hopes of creating more efficient instructional methods and improving student outcomes. One spreading form of digital instruction uses online courses or courses that blend online and in-person elements to assist high school students who have missed or need to retake courses. These “online credit recovery” programs help students earn the credits they need for a high school degree.
What are the implications of such programs for student learning and educational outcomes? Our ongoing research on digital educational tools in K-12 instruction offers some insights. This brief summarizes research findings that have important implications for students, schools, and policymakers who are devoting public funds to these efforts.
Link to full brief here: https://scholars.org/brief/critical-issues-about-online-credit-recovery-programs-americas-schools
- Subject:
- Education
- Material Type:
- Reference Material
- Date Added:
- 09/26/2018