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Online Learning
The Online Learning Option Act (MS 124D.095) gives public school students the choice of enrolling in supplemental (taken in place of a course period during the regular school day) or full time online learning. Students are able to engage in opportunities to which they might not otherwise have access such as taking a class not offered at their local school or creating a more flexible schedule. Online learning provides a means for students to continue, expand or enhance their education.
All online courses offered through certified programs are taught by Minnesota licensed teachers, meet or exceed state academic standards, transfer to other public school districts and apply to high school graduation. The documents linked below contain information about online learning programs, student enrollment and certification of public providers.
A searchable web-based clearinghouse of K-12 online programs is available at ISEEK, Minnesota’s gateway to career, education, employment and business information.
Contact the online learning office at the Minnesota Department of Education or call 651-582-8733 if you would like to learn more about online learning.
Note: By clicking on the links on this page you will leave the MDE site. Please read the copyright notice at the bottom of the page for our disclaimer regarding these sites.
Programs and Student Enrollment
General information including a list of online learning providers, FAQs, maps and student enrollment.
List of Providers
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Minnesota Map: Statewide Providers
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Rights and Responsibilities of Students, Providers, Enrolling Districts and MDE
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Supplemental Notice of Student Enrollment Form
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Certification Program Application
Processes, guidelines and forms for K-12 online learning certification applicants.
Applicants' List of Courses
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Application - New Provider
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Application Guidelines
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Application Program Recertification
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Course Syllabus Criteria
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Program Data Report
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| Annual program data report to be completed by OLL certified providers for 2007-08. Reports are due on July 15, 2008. | |
Alignment to Academic Standards
Requirements for aligning online curriculum with state academic standards and related forms.
Academic Alignment Review Criteria
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Instructional PowerPoint
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Language Arts-Curriculum and Assessment Form
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Language Arts-Curriculum and Assessment Form Examples
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Mathematics-Curriculum and Assessment Form - 2003
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Mathematics-Curriculum and Assessment Form - 2007
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Mathematics-Curriculum and Assessment Form Examples - 2007
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Science-Curriculum and Assessment Form
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Science-Curriculum and Assessment Form Examples
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Social Studies-Curriculum and Assessment Form
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Social Studies-Curriculum and Assessment Form Examples
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Advisory Council
The statewide advisory council presents issues related to online learning to the Commisioner of Education.
Agenda for February 13, 2008 Advisory Council
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Council Membership List
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Minutes - November 28, 2007
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