Parent Survey on Learning Options
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Lamar School District
Important Terms and Definitions
2020-2021
Blended Learning – Combined use of tradition face-to-face instruction integrated with Virtual Learning due to when a student(s) being sent home due to COVID-19, Influenza, or other communicable diseases.
Virtual Learning – When a student attends off campus only to view video lessons, complete assignments, and turn in assignments through an internet connection.
Learning Management System (LMS) – Is an online system that allows a provider to upload and track information provided for a learner. The learner can readily access and respond to the information. (Google Classroom is the LMS that the Lamar School District has chosen to use for the 2020-2021 school year.)
Home School – is a term used when parents are going to determine the curriculum their students will use for their education. This is not a learning model provided through a school district (Not provided by the Lamar School District.) This is an option provided by the state allowing parents to teach their children from home.
*It is important to note, that this is a living document and subject to change depending on what circumstances that may present themselves to the District.
*Check this document for periodic updates.