RHB/8/17
Sponsored by Juana Leon Morales, Cheyenne Hernandez of Columbia Central High School
This legislation was filed in the Education category
Presented as part of the YIG Volunteer 2024 conference
| 1 | TDOE- Tennessee department of education |
| 2 | Holistic- characterized by the belief that the parts of something are interconnected and can be |
| 3 | explained only by reference to the whole |
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| 5 | Recognizing the importance of balanced education as holistic development in Elementary kids. |
| 6 | Online teaching for Elementary shall be limited to a maximum of 3 hours per week with |
| 7 | expectations granted for special circumstances such as public health emergencies or individualized |
| 8 | educational plans(IEP). The content and duration of online teaching sessions must align with age |
| 9 | appropriate learning objectives and educational standards established by relevant authorities. |
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| 11 | Schools and educational institutions are encouraged to prioritize in-person learning experience, |
| 12 | including interactive classroom activities, outdoor education and hands on projects. |
| 13 | Adequate resources and support shall be provided to facilitate the implementation of in-person |
| 14 | initiatives, including funding professional development for teachers and access to suitable facilities. |
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| 16 | The TDOE shall monitor compliance and conduct periodic evaluations to assess the impact of |
| 17 | reduced online on student outcomes. |
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| 19 | Feedback from parents, educators, and other stakeholders shall be solicited and considered in the |
| 20 | ongoing review and refinement of policies related to online teaching limitations, |
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| 22 | This act shall take effect upon passage of the bill with a transitional period of two years for schools |
| 23 | to adjust curriculum and instructional practices accordingly. |
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