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How effective are online classes for K-12 students in Michigan?

The program at GRPS is a "blend" of traditional and online instruction. Right now it is only for freshman and sophomore high school students.
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The program at GRPS is a "blend" of traditional and online instruction. Right now it is only for freshman and sophomore high school students.

Online learning. Make no mistake about it: It is here and it is growing.

The number of students taking online courses has grown 52% in the past three years. In the 2012-2013 school year, some 55,000 students in Michigan took a virtual course.

A new report from the Michigan Virtual University looks at virtual learning for K-12 students –who’s taking online classes, what kinds of classes and how effective the classes are.

The results are mixed.

Jamey Fitzpatrick is president and CEO of Michigan Virtual University, and he joined us today.

Listen to the full interview above.

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