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Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

'Virtual Learning Academy' Students Equal Peers in Physical School

— August 9, 2016 — Life-Stages
Many online schools have earned a reputation, both through word-of-mouth and through recent studies, as ineffective platforms for education, but the 'Virtual Learning Academy' charter schools are changing the way that online education functions, and its results have been impressive. Students in the Virtual Learning Academy charter schools, or VLACS, score equal to or better than the average grades for state reading tests, math tests, and the SATs.

Part of the appeal of an online academy like VLACS is that the learning plans are self-paced, meaning that students can graduate in as much time as they see fit. For students who compete in high-level athletics or for adults who work a day job, that feature is a huge bonus.

The program also exceeds where many other online academies have failed by putting a focus on the relationship between students and teachers, regardless of the real-world distance that separates their virtual communication.
Trend Themes
1. Self-paced Learning - The trend of self-paced learning in online education can disrupt traditional models and accommodate busy lifestyles.
2. Virtual Teacher-student Relationships - Virtual teacher-student relationships are redefining what it means to learn in an online environment and providing effective education at a distance.
3. Charter Schools for Online Education - Virtual Learning Academy charter schools are challenging the reputation of ineffective online education and achieving impressive results through a self-paced, teacher-focused approach.
Industry Implications
1. Online Education - The flexible approach and focused teacher-student relationships of Virtual Learning Academy could disrupt traditional online education models and attract new student demographics.
2. Charter Schools - Virtual Learning Academy may inspire the creation of new charter schools that combine the benefits of online learning with a structured teacher-student relationship.
3. Education Technology - Advancements in education technology could make Virtual Learning Academy's flexible learning plans and online support even more accessible and effective for students worldwide.
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