Tom Vander Ark: Flex Schools Personalize, Enhance and Accelerate Learning - 6 views
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Jason Finley on 09 Feb 12There are four big benefits of flex models: Competency-based: Students progress based on demonstrated mastery; they use cohort groups and teams when and where they are helpful. Customized experience: Flex models make it easy to customize the experience for each student. Portable and flexible: Students can take a flex school on the road for a family vacation or for a work or community-based learning experience. Productive operations: Flex models have the potential for more productive staffing and facilities solutions.
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Lauren Parren on 14 Feb 12Lacks detail about HOW flex learning actually works, but the basic concept is appealing.