TALON Distance Learning Networks

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East Central BOCESNortheast BOCESCentennial BOCES

Why Distance Learning?• Rural Schools and Declining Enrollment• Limited Budgets • Physical Locations• NCLB and Teacher Qualifications

Distance Learning v. Online Class

• Live Teacher• Classroom environment• Personal support• Attendance records• Accountability• Student interaction • Virtual fieldtrips • Online Mentors

OVERVIEW

• Interactive video-conferencing system• Post-Secondary courses & curriculum • Allows broader curriculum choices for districts and

students• Bridging and scheduling services • Simultaneously runs multiple classes and meetings • Tri-BOCES course sharing (Schedule)• Classes for community members

Developing Technologies

• Computer/webcam application for meetings• Bridgit• Tablets • Smartboards• Avistar / Movi• Online Course Module Available

For More Information...

Dennis Hurianek - dhurianek@cboces.org Denise Atkinson-Shorey - dshorey@cboces.orgCentennial BOCES

Emma Richardson - emmar@ecboces.org East Central BOCES

Arlene Salyards - asalyards@neboces.com North East BOCES