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Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Supporters hope 'virtual school' meets student needs - KELLY WIESE, Associated Press
Virtual schools have been established in 23 states nationwide, according to the North American Council for Online Learning - and Missouri can consider those experiences as it builds its own system. A virtual school builds on the distance learning concept, where a teacher in one building may direct a class, and students in other districts around the state tune in by videoconference, said council president Susan Patrick. A virtual school is largely Internet-based, with a curriculum that students complete on their own schedules and at their own pace, but still with regular interaction with a teacher, she said. And holding some classes by video can complement the work.
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