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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
The importance of inquiry practices for online secondary science education
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
By Cynthia ClarkDoctoral Candidate, University of Nevada, Las VegasFindings from dissertation study, February 22, 2016In order for deep learning to occur in online secondary science courses, effective
A Summary and Critique of Research Brief 2: The Role of In-Person Instructional Support for Students Taking Online Credit Recovery
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
By Dr. Jered BorupIntroduction and BackgroundLearning online can be especially challenging for many students because they need to master the content while they simultaneously develop the knowledge and
Call for articles – Special Issue of the Journal of Online Learning and Research
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
As the implementation of blended learning environments grows, educators and decision-makers are increasingly asking what works, or what will work for their students. Blended learning is defined here a
Episode 25: Jim Rickabaugh, Institute for Personalized Learning
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Jim Rickabaugh, the Director of the Institute for Personalized Learning in Wisconsin. Jim brings a ton of experience and lots of insights to his current role,
Gradebook analysis with R - Part III
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
This is Part III in Scout from University of California’s three-part series, Gradebook analysis with R. If you missed Part I or Part II, click here for Part I and here for Part IIIn Parts I and II we
Gradebook analysis with R - Part II
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
This is Part II in Scout from University of California’s three-part series, Gradebook analysis with R. If you missed Part I, read it here. You can also read Part III here.In Part I, we worked through
Episode 24: Mary Ann Wolf, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re talking with Mary Ann Wolf, the Director of Digital Learning Programs at the Friday Institute at North Carolina State University. We talk about a number of exciting initiatives
Gradebook analysis with R - Part I
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
This is Part I in Scout from University of California’s three-part series, Gradebook Analysis with R. You can read Part II here, and Part III here.Gradebooks are rich sources of information. Hidden am
Free professional development on online course quality
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
Michigan Virtual partnered with Quality Matters (QM) to offer free professional development opportunities across Michigan that focus on ensuring quality in online learning. QM, a leader in online cour
Episode 23: Grace Magley, Director of Online Learning at Natick Public Schools
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
This episode's guest is Grace Magley, the Director of Online Learning at Natick Public Schools in Natick, Mass. Grace wears a number of different hats when it comes to administering and promoting
Episode 22: Denise Airola, Office of Innovation for Education, University of Arkansas
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we talk with Denise Airola, the Director of the Office of Innovation for Education at the University of Arkansas. Denise and her team are incredibly knowledgeable about how schools ca
Episode 21: Kristin Fontichiaro, University of Michigan
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we’re chatting with Kristin Fontichiaro, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Information at the University of Michigan’s School of Information. Kristin and I spend some time talking abo
Learn from the best at Blended & Personalized Learning Conference
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
On April 2, 2016, the Highlander Institute and the Christensen Institute showcased the best blended learning implementers from across the nation in Providence, Rhode Island, at the Blended & Perso
Teacher self-assessment for blended learning
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
Academic research in the field of effective practices specific to blended and online learning in K-12 classrooms is still “young,” so the lack of data to define those practices and build the resources
Episode 20: Dave Lefkowith, Louisiana Department of Education
Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute
In this episode, we have an engaging conversation with Dave Lefkowith, perhaps better own as Lefty, of the Louisiana Department of Education. As the Assistant Superintendent at the LADOE, Lefty worked
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