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VLACS

@VLACS

We believe in providing students with the opportunity to determine when, where, and how to learn based on their needs, interests, and talents.

 Exeter, NH USA
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Joined November 2009
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Online learning gets a lot more interesting when progress—not time—is what counts. I spoke with Steve Kossakoski, outgoing co-founder of @VLACs, and Natalie Berger, VLACS’s new CEO, about one of the most interesting competency-based models in the country. VLACS serves students across New Hampshire through a flexible virtual model, but what makes it especially distinctive is its funding structure: the school is funded as students demonstrate mastery—not simply because they log time in a course.
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“Our education system has the potential to level the playing field, but we need deep, systemic change.” For @juliaffreeland, education’s power lies in its ability to address inequality and drive economic mobility. #EducationEquity #EconomicMobility
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Ever wondered *why* project-based learning can be so effective? We explore 5 reasons why #PBL can lead to better outcomes for all students. 🙌

Why Project-Based Learning Outperforms Traditional Instruction

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"I believe in you." ➡️ 4 of the most powerful words in a T's vocabulary. (Inspiration via educator @hmbuckman) #TeachPos
"When a teacher truly believes in what a student is capable of becoming, the child rises to that. The power of believing is a gift to our students." —Educator Heather Buckman

ALT "When a teacher truly believes in what a student is capable of becoming, the child rises to that. The power of believing is a gift to our students." —Educator Heather Buckman

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🔔NEW RESOURCE: @LCCollaborative’s Competency-Based Reporting Playbook. Discover key insights, models, and guidance to shift away from traditional grading practices to competency-based systems that support learner-centered education: hubs.li/Q02FfF8t0
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Amy shares her favorite relationship-building activities for older students: edut.to/3Kre0Q1
“I have never regretted taking the class time to build relationships with my students. It builds trust. When the students trust me, they are willing to go on the rigorous academic journey that the rest of the year holds.” —Amy Nichols, Teacher

ALT “I have never regretted taking the class time to build relationships with my students. It builds trust. When the students trust me, they are willing to go on the rigorous academic journey that the rest of the year holds.” —Amy Nichols, Teacher

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Preparing students for dynamic #careerpathways is critical. A #GettingSmartBlog originally published by @RodelDE explores aligning #education with #workforce demands, emphasizing #personalizedlearning & competency-based education for real-world readiness:gettingsmart.com/2024/06/06/…
Image from Getting Smart (@Getting_Smart)
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“Being a teacher is an essential connection between what is and what can be.” —Teresa Thayer Snyder

ALT “Being a teacher is an essential connection between what is and what can be.” —Teresa Thayer Snyder

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Study skills are key to academic success. Since they’re not usually explicitly taught, a nudge in the right direction from a teacher can make a world of difference. 🌟 Check out active studying practices to share with your middle and high school students: edut.to/3wLNWvO
5 Ways to Teach Students the Skill of Active Studying

5 Ways to Teach Students the Skill of Active Studying

Explicit instruction on studying is invaluable for students, who often choose ineffective methods of reviewing material.

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As tech like laptops & smartphones entered classrooms, so has generative AI. How do we prepare students for this new world, especially with writing proficiency concerns? 🔗Read the full story: bit.ly/3xYLyCd bit.ly/3xYLyCd
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In this #CompetencyWorks blog post, author Greg Zimdahl, a teacher at @TYWLSastoria, talks about the transition shifting to a mastery-based learning model to create a more equitable and transparent grading system. Read the full post here: hubs.li/Q02vL_PK0

Beyond Packaging: Manifesting Mastery-Based Learning in the Classroom at TYWLS of Astoria -...

Shortly after its founding in 2006, The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of Astoria shifted to a mastery-based learning model […]

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What can these teacher-tested AI tools help you do? Spend less time on clerical tasks and more time teaching! ⏰ Check them out: edut.to/445QjFU
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Ignite discussions about possibilities for the #FutureofEducation with this toolkit from @KnowledgeWorks! Explore seven activities to map your path. Let's ensure every learner thrives in classrooms, communities and systems. #sponsorcontent ow.ly/o3l250RbupO
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From the Spring 2024 issue of EdNext: A New Crop of School Models Expands Choice. Families find more-personal alternatives in microschools, hybrid homeschools. bit.ly/3u4xQvN

A New Crop of School Models Expands Choice

Families find more-personal alternatives in microschools, hybrid homeschools

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Student-centered teaching takes more than beliefs. It requires real instructional change. @MirPloMCPS 7 Strategies to ignite active learning – and help students see its benefits link.chtbl.com/TgUG3loJ
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Explore how #virtuallearning experiences provide #accessible & #inclusive training opportunities from #onlinecourses to #virtualsimulations making learning more flexible, personalized, and accessible than ever before: gettingsmart.com/2024/03/25/…

Virtual Accessible Training and Skills Development

An innovative partnership between Interplay Academy and Blue Recruit brings us squarely into the future of workforce development.

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Explore practical strategies & best practices for empowering students interested in technician careers in a #GettingSmartBlog from the @Unmudl CEO Dr. Parminder Jassal: gettingsmart.com/2024/03/26/… #NewPathways #CareerPathways #TechnicianJobs #SupportSystems

How Can Educators Build Support Systems for Students Eyeing Technician Jobs?

Explore how high schools can be pivotal in guiding students towards technician careers by offering alternatives to four-year degrees and creating a pathway to well-paid technical roles.

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Great tips to use with your students. A Strategy to Help Young Students Learn to Use Technology edutopia.org/article/tech-le…
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For all the promises about tech making teachers’ lives easier, too often it feels like just another thing to worry about. We tested AI tools and recommended 4 that really can streamline the most time-consuming parts of your work: edut.to/48tDd6Y
4 Time-Saving AI Tools for Teachers

4 Time-Saving AI Tools for Teachers

New edtech tools are making it easier for teachers to complete tasks like generating lessons and providing differentiated texts, freeing up time for them to work with students.

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Career & technical education gives students skills to fill in-demand jobs, setting them up for lifelong career success. To all the CTE educators, staff, & employers helping students grow, thrive, & build a better tomorrow: Thank you! #CTEMonth
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