K-12 Online Learning: Significant Growth
A new survey released by the Sloan Consortium reported online learning in the K-12 markets is experiencing significant growth.
“We are seeing online learning grow in relevance and acceptance throughout education,” said Frank Mayadas, program director, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and president, Sloan Consortium. “Two out of three school districts expected further growth in their enrollments for online course while 61% expect growth in their enrollments for blended courses.”
Highlights of the study include:
1. 66% of school districts expect online enrollment to grow.
2. The overall number of K-12 students engaged in online courses in 2007-2008, is estimated at 1,030,000. 3. Online learning is meeting the needs of students.
