TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Digital Learning Now (DLN), an initiative of the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), today released the 2014 Digital Learning Report Card. The Report Card measures state progress in advancing state policies against the 10 Elements of High-Quality Digital Learning. In 2014, states continued to implement and refine the 422 laws enacted…
State Highlights
- Arkansas continues to make progress in terms of advancing opportunities for students to access digital learning.
- 2014-2015 marked the first year in which 9th grade students were required to take one online or blended learning course to graduate under Act 1280 (2013).
- In addition, the current rules and regulations for distance learning and digital learning are in the process of revision in the state.
- The state annually publishes the list of approved digital providers and schools also have the opportunity to receive a waiver from seat-time requirements for digital learning courses if they apply to become a School of Innovation.