How Holly Mortimer Took Her Teaching Career Online

It takes a certain kind of educator to thrive as a full-time online teacher. Holly Mortimer describes how skills like responsiveness and flexibility are critical to create the best online learning experiences for students.

June 30, 2010

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Idaho Digital Learning Academy

Grades 9-12

Statewide, ID

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Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA) is the state-sponsored online school serving the entire state of Idaho.The online infrastructure created through IDLA connects students across Idaho (including those in remote areas) with highly qualified teachers.

IDLA was created by the Idaho Legislature in 2002. They have enrolled more than 65,000 students since then.

IDLA ranked 3rd in the nation for Online Learning Policy and Practice (Center for Digital Education, 2008)