The NCLB SES program is a classic example of structural market fragmentation. Yes, there are big(ger), perhaps impersonal, firms, but a good deal of work is being done by local educator/entreprenuers. There are also some interesting cost structure issues when comparing local for profits, nonprofits, districts and national for profits - and onsite v. off-site v. online. Then there's the issue of students getting the same pool of teachers they see during the day. Does this matter - good, bad, neutral, it depends? In all, a lot to think about when considering program efficacy and value. And all touched on in one article.   more »

Good press for Virtual High and Apex   more »