Guest Commentary: Florida Virtual School CEO Looks at the Future of Online Learning

Julie Young is the founder and chief executive of the Florida Virtual School, the nation's largest virtual school.
In an opinion article for T.H.E. Journal, Young says " it's truly amazing to see how education has been transformed during the last decade. While most of our elementary and high school memories come from the traditional schoolhouse, today that model of learning has evolved immensely. Over the years, advances in technology have spurred many changes in education. With the recent passage of the Digital Learning Now Act in Florida, which expands virtual education options to parents and students, one trend that finally has the power to truly revolutionize the very fabric of our education system is online learning. "
Young says, "today's kids live in a digital world. The reality is that the influence of technology will only grow, so, as leaders in education, we need to create educational experiences that mirror life beyond the schoolhouse. It's an exciting time in education reform and, with student focus at the center of every decision we make, we are proud to be a leader in these revolutionary changes."
Click here to read the complete article and find out the types on online learning programs Young believes are the best.