Online CoursesNova Scotia Virtual

School

What is Online Learning?• A learning experience or

environment that relies upon the Internet or the world wide web as the primary delivery mode of communication and presentation.

• HRSB is committed to providing interactive, media-rich educational opportunities in a flexible, student-centered learning environment to a diverse population of learners.

The Benefits of Online Learning• Online Course Delivery provides an

innovative opportunity for students to attain a rigorous high school education over the Internet. 

• The Online Learning Platform enhances student learning through the use of multi-media to augment student learning. 

• Course content and resources allow students to access learning opportunities related to topical areas through the Internet to enhance 21st century learning skills. 

Why Online?Student Benefits:

– Develop 21st Century Skills – Increased Flexibility– Self-Directed Learning– Acquire independent learning

skills in preparation for post-secondary education and beyond

– Collaborative Community– Contribute to an innovative

learning community – Tech Savvy– Gain valuable skills and

confidence for accessing the latest technology

21st Century Skills• In an increasingly competitive

global economy, it is not enough for students to acquire subject-level mastery alone.

• Skills like creativity, problem-solving, communication and analytical thinking are necessary for all levels of success, from entry-level jobs to engineering and technical fields.

Nova Scotia Virtual School - NSVS• NSVS is a joint project of school

boards and the Department of Education.

• NSVS is a common provincial online learning platform (MOODLE) for use in formal high school online courses, online extensions of school-based classes, and support of professional development and online meetings for teachers and other staff of school boards and the DOE.

Online Course Structure• Introduction /overview of course• Online Orientation for students• Developed by days of content• Each day contains different

media, text, on computer & off computer activities

• E-chats, multimedia clips and resources, interactive content, links to web resources

• Assessments (Online and offline)

Are You an Online Learner?

• Independent learners who are organized

• Manage time well and motivated• Disciplined and ask for help

when needed • Comfortable with technology or

open to learning about the technology required

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