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Giant Campus of Washington

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Website: www.giantcampus.com/wa
Email: info@giantcampus.com
Phone: 888-904-2267
Fax: 206-452-5945

Grades Served: 9-12

OSPI Approval

Approved as a Multidistrict Online Course Provider and Online Program Provider from the 2011-12 through the 2014-15 school year.

Access

Online Program Purchasing Information:

Districts can visit www.giantcampus.com/wa for purchasing information.

Individual Online Course Purchasing Instructions:

Individual courses from Giant Campus of Washington are available for schools to purchase in the DLD course catalog.

Overview

Giant Campus of Washington is an online school providing supplemental technical and core curriculum to students in Washington State. We believe that blended learning models utilizing high-quality online curriculum offer students an efficient way to expand their educational options without the social costs of leaving the traditional school setting.

The acquisition of Giant Campus by E2020, Inc. has provided Giant Campus of Washington the opportunity to further expand its course offerings to include a comprehensive suite in ELA, mathematics, science, social studies and general electives.

Developed by an experienced team of educators, subject matter experts, and visual designers, our online courses provide skills, experience, and quality instruction to put students on a path to personal, professional, and academic success.

Browse the DLD course catalog to select and purchase courses for your students.

Course Offerings

Giant Campus of Washington offers a wide variety of technology and business electives to full and part time high school students, including:

3D Art I – Modeling
3D Art II – Animation
Audio Engineering
Computer Literacy
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Computer Science I
Computer Science II
Digital Arts I
Digital Arts II
Engineering Design I
Engineering Design II
Flash Animation
Flash Game Development
Game Design
Green Design and Technology
Image Design and Editing
Introduction to C++ Programming
Introduction to Entrepreneurship I
Introduction to Entrepreneurship II
Introduction to Marketing I
Introduction to Marketing II
Personal Finance
Web Design

Our full time program is only offered to students in grades 11 and 12. In addition to our technology and business courses, our full time program features core curriculum developed by Florida Virtual School, a leader in K-12 online education.

Students

Students from all experience and skill levels find our online courses informative, engaging, and flexible enough to fit into their traditional school schedules. Students may work on assignments during times convenient for them, chat online with classmates, post to class forums, and meet one-on-one with instructors during his or her weekly office hours.

EXPECTATIONS – While the online format may be more flexible or convenient than a traditional classroom for some students, the coursework is still rigorous and requires dedication and focus to be successful. Students must devote time every day to studying, asking questions, completing assignments, and staying in close contact with teachers.

REQUIRED SKILLS – Computer literacy is important for students to be successful in our courses, including the ability to use a computer, correspond via email, navigate with a web browser, follow multiple-step instructions, read and comprehend at a 6th-grade level or above, follow a lesson schedule, and complete coursework on time.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES – Our courses are accessible to people with vision impairments who rely on screen reading software, and are accessible for students with limited mobility who need to navigate course content using a computer keyboard instead of a mouse.

ENGAGEMENT – Growing evidence indicates that CTE programs – with course offerings similar to our career education electives – can improve student learning trajectories by reducing dropouts and absentee rates, improving engagement and achievement, and easing transitions for college-bound students.

BUILDING PORTFOLIOS – The project-based lesson structure of our career education electives offers many opportunities for students to complete challenging design and programming projects, which provide authentic evidence of the skills and knowledge that they have mastered during the course.

Curriculum Alignments

Courses are aligned to Washington State curriculum standards and CTE frameworks. Courses also conform to iNACOL’s standards for quality online instruction and are compliant with Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

We also maintain a robust revision and redevelopment schedule to assure that our curriculum reflects the latest in technology education.

Accreditation

Giant Campus of Washington is accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and will be incorporated into the Advance-ED Accreditation for the 2012-13 school year.

Instructor Certification

Courses are taught by experienced, Washington State-certificated teachers distinguished by their subject matter expertise, educational training, and dedication to student success.

AP Audit

Giant Campus of Washington offers courses to prepare students for Advanced Placement (AP) examinations in Biology, Calculus AB, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Human Geography, Psychology, and U.S. History. All AP courses have received approval from the College Board®.

It is the student’s responsibility to schedule and purchase the AP examinations.

Courseware Platform

Giant Campus of Washington uses a proprietary learning management system, called the e2020 LMS, which includes the Virtual Classroom and the e2020 SIS. Students use the Virtual Classroom to complete lessons, vocabulary, assignments, labs, quizzes, and essays, as well as access online content and eResources. Students also have access to instructional support through the LMS from virtual instructors, concept coaches, and live chats with academic success coaches.

Through the e2020 SIS, districts and teachers have access to detailed student reports and retain complete control over a myriad of assessment options that empower schools to accommodate needs, measure concept mastery, and accelerate progress.

Student Performance and Demographics

Teacher-to-student ratio: 1:7.1

Course completion rate: 82%

Course pass rate: 94%

Student Satisfaction Survey

Data for school year: 2011-2012

Average Student Satisfaction:
4.0 (147 responses)

Sample Comments

(Somewhat Satisfied)
9th grade student enrolled part-time (two or more classes, but not all of a student's classes). (January 16, 2012)

I had a fairly good experience with this online program. It taught me many valuable skills that will benefit me when I take other classes.

(Neutral)
9th grade student enrolled part-time (two or more classes, but not all of a student's classes). (January 16, 2012)

I thought over all it's a good program.

(Very Satisfied)
11th grade student enrolled full-time. (January 18, 2012)

I was very pleased with the course

See all survey results and comments for Giant Campus of Washington