WHY VIRTUAL LEARNING?
Charlottesville City Schools recognizes the importance of saying "yes" to our students! The virtual education program is a tool put in place by the school division to meet the needs of our students.
- Schedule flexibility - Students who may not be able to fit a course into his or her schedule no longer have to avoid taking the course! Virtual courses are accessible any time and any place.
- Differentiated instruction - Teachers are able to address the specific needs of students. Content is in virtual courses is accessible any time, so teachers are able to address individual questions.
- Teacher accessibility - Students who were intimidated to ask questions in person are able to email or have a one-on-one conversation with the teacher in a virtual environment.
- College and Career Preparation - Whether entering college or the work force, students will need to know how to manage an online course. Time management, interaction with peers and instructors online, and course navigation are valuable skills virtual education students hone while taking a course online.
- Accelerated credit achievement - Virtual course options allow students to take additional courses to get ahead.