Frequently Asked Questions
What differentiates eVirtual Academy from other
virtual programs?
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Interactive,
engaging content with short lessons to capture
and hold student’s attention
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Provides
immediate feedback on performance to ensure
lesson comprehension
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Interfaces
with test data to automatically create an
individualized learning path
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Differentiated lessons personalized to student’s
interest, learning style and expression mode
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Built in accountability and
progress monitoring to evaluate student
performance
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Can
eVirtual Academy run on any computer, iPad or other tablet?
Generally, yes. A PC or Mac
computer with "fast access" internet is required.
Although some subscribers have been able to access
with a satellite connection or the Linux-based
operating system, it is not recommended. All high
school level courses are now available on the iPad
and Android tablets. K-8 lessons currently use
flash-based technology. It may be possible to use an app,
such as Splashtop, to
convert the Flash content, but we cannot
guarantee that all or any of the program will
function properly.
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What does eVirtual
Academy's core curriculum consist of?
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A secure online learning
environment
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27/7 access to our
award-winning curriculum
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More than 1,000 interactive
lessons that use a combination of multimedia
activities, instructional videos, printable
worksheets, quizzes, tests, and both online and
offline activities
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Detailed reporting for easy
record keeping
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extensive resources, lesson
plans, and teaching tools
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Access to multi-level,
multi-grade lessons
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It's web-based, so there's no
software to download
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and much more.....
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Can I use eVirtual
Academy as a comprehensive homeschool program?
eVirtual Academy gives its users
access to an entire years worth of educational
material, so that students can start at any point
during the year and use the program as they choose.
Many of our users are homeschoolers who use the
program as their core curriculum, while others use
it to supplement their curriculum or as additional
support for their regular classroom activities. If you are
new to homeschooling, we recommend reading our
Guide for Parents and
Educators, which is available upon request
All 50 states in the U.S. allow parents to issue a
homeschool diploma to a child they feel has met or
exceeded the guidelines for high school graduation.
To check comparable public school graduation
requirements, check your state Board of Education
website.
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Why is eVirtual
Academy beneficial to exceptional students?
Every student is unique,
possessing a combination of strengths, talents and
learning challenges which may require a customized
approach to learning. Each
subject can be set to a specific grade level. For
example, if a
student is advanced in math, but behind in language
arts, the curriculum can be adjusted accordingly,
allowing students to work at their individual level
and pace, and even repeat lessons if necessary. In
addition, K-8 students are given access to one grade
level above and one grade level below their
placement so they can review material or move ahead
when they're ready.
The
lessons are designed to stimulate the
visual, auditory and motor skills of
students with multi-sensory activities that
are animated & interactive, to appeal to
the students' learning style and help keep them
engaged.
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What are the
differences between K-8 and high school level
subjects?
High school is organized by
courses rather than grade level, and as such,
students do not have access to three levels like
they do in grades K-8. However, once a student has
completed all of the course material, they may move
on to another course. An added element to high
school courses are short, embedded teacher-led
discussions and lectures, and engaging theatrics.
The high school courses also provide notes and
printable transcripts for students to use as a
refresher for chapter tests and standardized exams.
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Are the courses
self-paced?
Yes, students can
work at any time, even on weekends and holidays. The
program is available 24/7. There are no specific due
dates or completion times, so the student is able to
spend extra time on more challenging lessons, or
work ahead if they choose.
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Do students receive a
report card or transcripts?
The system records all
grades and lessons completed by the student, and
it's extensive array of reporting capabilities can
be used to create transcripts or be included in a homeschool portfolio. Typically, a full year
high school level course is equivalent to one credit.
Similarly, a one semester course is generally
equivalent to one-half credit. Another way of
counting credits is in hours spent on coursework. In
general, 120-160 hours spent on a course equals one
credit, while 60-90 hours of work equals one-half
credit. For additional information, please refer to
our Guide for Parents and
Educators, which is available upon request.
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How can I learn more about your program and
services?
It's simple...just call us at
855.382.2532 or
send us an email with your questions.
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