In July, ExcelinEd published Leading in an Era of Change in collaboration with EducationCounsel. The whitepaper discusses the challenges facing Course Access programs, and offers recommendations to help states identify, assess, and monitor clear indicators of program effectiveness. The Fordham Institute has also been engaged in the encouraging Course Access, and published Expanding the Education Universe:…
Course Access Research Highlights Expanding Learning Options for Underserved Students
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), through its Digital Learning Now initiative, today released research in collaboration with EducationCounsel highlighting Course Access as the next step in delivering advanced and personalized education to students. “Leading in an Era of Change, Making the Most of State Course Access Opportunities” profiles states that…
16 Jul 2014
Course Access Statement of Principles
In association with the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation, Digital Learning Now, the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, and iNACOL. A student’s opportunity to learn too often depends on where he or she goes to school. Providing access to all of the courses and academic content necessary to meet each student’s needs, interests, and abilities…
16 Jul 2014
Every Course for Every Student
This post was originally posted on The EdFly Blog. By Nathan Martin Schools should be conduits of opportunity. When a student walks into the 21st-century classroom, they should feel like they’ve stepped into a restaurant tailored to their needs and constructed around the goal of preparing them for success in a college or career. They should be greeted…
10 Jun 2014
Digital Learning Now! Releases White Paper on Myths, Reality & Promise of Online Learning
WASHINGTON – Digital Learning Now! (DLN), a national campaign under the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), today released the eighth white paper in the DLN Smart Series. “Online Learning: Myths, Reality & Promise” explores the current trends, myths and realities of online learning. From state legislatures to classrooms across the country, a revolution of…
19 May 2014
Stanford University & Digital Learning Now Focus on Online Education
When most people talk about increasing choice in education, they think about parents and children having more choice when it comes to selecting which school to attend. Digital learning, however, is making it easier and easier for students to customize their learning experience by having choices at the course level. Course choice programs can expand…
19 May 2014
Course Access
Digital Learning Now believes it is critical for every student to have access to the high-quality course offerings necessary to graduate prepared for life and work in the 21st century. Courses should be offered in different modalities, ensuring that students can learn at their own style and pace. “Course Access” describes state policies that allow…
5 May 2014
2013 Digital Learning Report Card Signals Progress in High-Quality Digital Learning Options
WASHINGTON – Digital Learning Now!, a national initiative of the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), today released its 2013 Digital Learning Report Card. The Report Card measures and grades K-12 education policies in each of the nation’s 50 states against the 10 Elements of High Quality Digital Learning. “It’s encouraging to see the number…
13 Mar 2014