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TALON Distance Learning Networks
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
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 - [email protected] Denise Atkinson-Shorey - [email protected] BOCES
Emma Richardson - [email protected] East Central BOCES
Arlene Salyards - [email protected] North East BOCES