Analyzing Breadth and Depth of a Virtual Charter School's Science Curriculum
This case study analyzes five science courses of a United States virtual charter school. Online quizzes and exams are provided by the corporate partner, while local teachers have selected report topics, virtual labs and at-home labs for students to complete. These assessments were coded for their co...
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