Tagged: Columbia Virtual Academy

6:01am

Tue January 22, 2013
Education

Critics say alternative learning program raises red flags

Credit Gabriel Spitzer / KPLU

Not every student thrives in a traditional classroom, but changing technology and new research on learning mean Washington kids have more alternatives than ever. They can homeschool part-time or go to class online, even if it means enrolling in a district clear across the state. But that’s allowed a whole raft of questionable practices, and set up a dilemma for policymakers.

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