Week 12 Discussion (Part 1)

Outside of the information I read about for our wiki project, I have a very baseline understanding of online learning in Michigan.  Being a teacher at a private school, we offer both college preparatory and advanced placement courses.  In addition, we are currently in the process of becoming an International Baccalaureate school and are set to offer that curriculum in the 2015-2016 school year.  Essentially, our student body have plenty of options to choose from.  Subsequently, some students are taking online courses over the summer if they receive failing marks, but those students are few and far between at my school.  However, I know a lot of students in the public districts are opting to supplement their education with courses on Michigan Virtual Schools.  These courses are self-paced and are more flexible for students in regard to scheduling.  Now, I don't personally know of anyone in the K-12 ages that are currently taking this route, but from my limited research, this appears to be the direction of education.  Also, I know that virtual courses are designed for all levels of students, including advanced placement.  Other than that, I've heard a lot of speculation in regard to the future of K-12 online education in Michigan, but nothing concrete.