Mastery-Based Learning System
ALS is a mastery-based learning system.
Students must pass the lesson’s Mastery Test with a score of 70% or higher in order to move onto the next lesson.
| The student will have up to 3 chances to score 70% or higher. | ALS automatically grades the lessons, mastery tests, & assigns a score in the grade book. | The parent will be responsible for manually grading any essays & assigning a grade for those essays. |
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| STUDY | PRACTICE | MASTERY | ESSAY |
| New concepts are taught & reviewed | Students practice what they learned | Tests the objectives in the lesson | Students communicate what they learned |
*Essays are not included in all lessons and are not required in order to proceed to the next lesson.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Required Software: Java, Adobe Flash and Adobe Acrobat (PDF) are required and free to download
Internet Connection: A stable high speed internet connection is required (DSL or Cable is required. Satellite is NOT fast enough)
Operating System: Can be used on Windows and Mac operating systems. Tablets, iPads and Chromebooks can be used for certain courses
Internet Browsers: Internet Explorer or Safari are recommended (or any other browser that enables Java or Flash)
5th Grade Science Demo
6th Grade Writing Demo
7th Grade Language Demo
Pre-Algebra Demo
US Geography Demo
Spanish Lesson Demo
Biology Demo
Personal Finance Demo
