The emergence of educational technology, which has been embraced by our state leaders and the public education system, has fostered the evolution from traditional correspondence courses to contemporary forms of distance learning study delivered via the Internet and Interactive Videoconferencing. Online learning is the fastest growing type of distance learning in the country and in Texas. In today’s distance learning courses, most often offered via the Internet, technology enables robust interaction. It is the power of this interaction between students and between a student and teacher, which makes online learning so effective.
Here are some useful resources regarding Online Learning:
State Research, Reports, and Resources:
2010 Progress Report to the Long-Range Plan for Technology
Updated information on the Electronic Course Pilot
Interim Report on the Electronic Course Pilot (eCP) Program
Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020
K-12 Databases Access Page
National Research, Reports, and Resources:
Keeping Pace with k-12 Online Learning: A Review of State-Level Policy and Practice
NCES Forum Guide to Elementary/Secondary Virtual Education
INACOL International Association for K-12 Online Learning
INACOL National Standards for Quality Online Teaching
Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Research, Reports, and Resources:
2009 Report on State Virtual Schools
SREB Ed Tech Publications
SREB Ed Tech Resources
Organizations:
International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL)
United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
Southern Regional Education Board (SREB)
Texas Distance Learning Association (TXDLA)
For additional information, contact:
Educational Technology Department
1701 North Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
512-463-9601
edtech@tea.state.tx.us