Resources
Resources from Members of the Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance
The VLLA members are at the forefront of producing insightful reports on key topics in online and blended learning. Below, you’ll find two valuable VLLA resources, followed by links to a wide range of in-depth resources from our members. We invite you to explore these and hope you find them both informative and impactful!
Planning Guide for Artificial Intelligence
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful practice with the potential to transform teaching, streamline business operations, and personalize learning. However, the successful implementation of AI-driven tools and practices will require careful planning and strategic alignment with a school district’s educational goals, values, and priorities. This planning guide provides educators with practical insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of integrating AI in their districts. This process may be especially challenging for schools over the next few years as AI technology matures and education applications rapidly evolve.
Key Online Learning Terms and Definitions
The Key Online Learning Terms and Definitions were originally published by the VLLA in 2018. With the onset of the Pandemic requiring schools to move to a form of learning remote, many new terms have become part of our educational systems and vocabulary. In an effort to help clarify and educate districts, parents, and the community on important characteristics and elements that ensure a quality online program, the VLLA members initiated a project to update its Key Online Learning Terms and Definitions. Key Online Learning Terms and Definitions, Version 2.0 includes 51 terms and definitions.
Member Hosted Resources
How to Start an Online Program
MI Cares – resources for mental health and social emotional learning.
Research Clearinghouse – Michigan Virtual houses over 1000 references to important research and publications in the field of K-12 blended and online learning.