Special Education Services: A Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines


H.6 Distributed Learning for Students with Special Needs

Students wanting to learn any time, any place or at any pace may choose distributed learning. It is an alternative to classroom-based instruction for kindergarten to grade 12 students, which can be delivered using paper-based print material, electronic delivery, face-to-face communication or combinations of these.

To qualify for supplemental funding for those with special needs participating in distributed learning, boards must meet specific requirements documented in the sources below.

Instruction and learning resources should be provided in a format that meets the student’s identified needs in accordance with the IEP.

There should be evidence that frequent opportunities are provided for individualized and timely interactions between teachers and students and among students.

Options and requirements for students with special needs participating in distributed learning are found in the following sources:

Distributed Learning Legislation
Distributed Learning Policy (July 1, 2006)
Guidelines for Students with Special Needs taking a Distributed Learning Program

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