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How Michigan school handbooks present information about online learning
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
Michigan’s K-12 online learning policies have evolved significantly over the last two decades, allowing for more instructional options and learning opportunities for students in public schools. Two sp
Podcast: Shirley Temples With Ben
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Show notes from this week’s campfire:We got off to a good start by revisiting the hot dog/sandwich conundrum.We shared how we are majorly digging on Quizizz — a gamified review/assessment where studen
Episode 32: Amy Valentine, Foundation for Blended and Online Learning
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re chatting with Amy Valentine, the Executive Director of the Foundation for Blended and Online Learning. Amy joins us to talk about all of the major initiatives that her foundatio
Podcast: Talking About, and To, A Wonder Woman
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The weather outside is feeling especially blustery, so come on over to our campfire for some great conversation.This week we launched our second episode of Campfire with our special guest, Sandy Freel
Building data and reporting efficacy into your school program
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
Written by:Diane Mayse, Ph.D.Data Manager for Blended Learning Programs Connections Education [email protected] ReedBusiness Intelligence Developer Connections EducationRemember when
Podcast: Getting Wizer Just P-Cuz
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The weather may be snowy and cold, but our campfire’s keeping us warm!This week we launched our first “official” episode of Campfire with special guest, Ben Pineda. Despite having a snow day, Ben took
Podcast: Chubby Bunny Teacher Challenge
The Digital Backpack
Bust out the s’mores, it’s time for a CAMPFIRE!It might be a little chilly to gather around a campfire this time of year, but we’d love for you to grab your coffee and get cozy while you listen to our
Episode 31: Keith Krueger of CoSN and Samantha Becker of NMC
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re joined by not one but two guests: Keith Krueger of the Consortium for School Networking and Samantha Becker of New Media Consortium. They’re both here to talk about a joint proj
Research community sessions of interest at iNACOL 2016
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
For the last few years, MVLRI has been discussing the importance of community and making sure that we all work together to move the field forward.Based on our discussions with members of the community
K-12 Online and Blended Learning Research Community Meeting at iNACOL 2016
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
By Saro MohammedFor the third year, the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute is pleased to host a pre-conference workshop specifically focused on research at iNACOL’s annual symposium. This ye
Call for Presentations - SITE 2016
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
Proposals for presentations are now being accepted for the 28th annual conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE). The Conference invites proposals related to th
The Role of Educational Technology and Online Learning in Preventing Dropouts
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
By Yu-Chun Kuo Rowan University [email protected] use of educational technology appears to be a method to prevent students from leaving school (Harper & Boggan, 2011; Reimer & Smink, 2005; Robl
Teaching in Beta
Jeff Gerlach
My colleagues, Kelli Hixon and Stacey Schuh, regularly facilitate blended learning regional events across the state. In most cases, they’ve partnered up with intermediate school districts (ISD’s) thro
Episode 30: Michelle Rodriguez, Santa Ana Unified School District
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we get the opportunity to talk with Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Teaching and Learning at Santa Ana Unified School District in Santa Ana, California. M
CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS — Dissertation research about high school teachers' experiences in face-to-face and virtual classrooms
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
A University of Maine doctoral candidate is seeking research participants for a Skype/Zoom/Hangout based study concerning high school teachers’ experiences in both the brick-and-mortar and virtual cla
Intersecting Pedagogical and Relational Use of Technology with Diverse Learners: Developing a Book Project
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
I taught English language arts, reading, and English as a Second language classes in a junior high for almost 10 years. In that time, I became really interested in how teachers decide not just what to
Episode 29: David Rose, Washington, D.C., Public Schools
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re talking with David Rose, the Deputy Chief of Educational Technology and Library Programs at Washington, D.C., public schools. David and I discuss how his district has been able
Episode 28: Dr. Michael Barbour, Sacred Heart University
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Michael Barbour, the Director of Doctoral Studies at Sacred Heart University. Dr. Barbour has been involved in the field of online and blended learning research
Episode 27: David Cook, Kentucky Department of Education
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re talking with David Cook, the Director of the Division of Innovation and Partner Engagement at the Kentucky Department of Education. David leads some exciting conversations aroun
Episode 26: John Watson, Evergreen Education
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re talking with John Watson, the founder and head of the Evergreen Education Group. John and his organization are well-known within the field for producing their annual Keeping Pac
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