Online Schooling in the United States: A Response to Saultz and Fusarelli. Issue 1 (2nd January 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Beck, Dennis; LaFrance, Jason
• Is Part Of: Journal of school choice. Volume 11:Issue 1(2017)
• Page Start: 42
• Page End: 59
• Publication Date: 2017-01-02
• Subjects: virtual school -- online learning -- cyber charter school -- quality assurance -- accountability; School choice -- United States -- Periodicals; School choice; United States; Periodicals; 370
• DOI: 10.1080/15582159.2016.1272937
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1558-2159

Abstract

ABSTRACT: In this paper, we discuss some concerns and recommendations of Saultz and Fusarelli (2017), offering nuanced and detailed views of online schooling from a different perspective. This includes addressing challenges regarding online learning such as fluctuating enrollments, financial concerns, quality assurance, and accountability. In addition, we propose recommendations related to funding, better quality data, and oversight and monitoring. We conclude with a short discussion of the need for differentiated research for specific online learning contexts.