Teacher- directed learning is offered using online learning and teaching resources and tools in grades 1-12. Teacher-directed learning follows the Alberta Program of Studies in all subject areas.

This choice is best for students who wish to learn from home in a program where a certificated teacher:

• develops the instructional path,
• delivers the learning opportunities,
• coaches and assesses the student.

Often, parents are highly engaged partners in this learning path.

Delivery Options 

Select from the drop down menu the grade level of your child:

• Elementary: grades 1-6
• Junior high: grades 7-9
• High school: grades 10-12

Then select the delivery option that best suits your child's learning needs:

• LearnNet: grades 1-12 in all subject areas
• Live Online: project based delivery which integrates across grade cohorts and subject areas
• Bridges to Achievement: designed for Edmonton based students in grades 7-12 who are considered to be at risk.   Teachers support each student onsite  by helping them overcome barriers to success through  individualizing their learning program. 

What's the difference between Live Online and Learnnet? See our Live Online and LearnNet Differentiation documents to see the difference in learning and teaching approaches.

In addition to the delivery options Argyll offers these additional programs to enhance instruction:

Faith-based Programming
Students and their families will join with teachers, to integrate faith and learning, to realize academic excellence and support Christ-like character development in each student. Grade 1-9 resources are being developed which support the Christian perspective while following the Alberta Program of Studies. Students and families have access to Christian resources and events by checking the access box for Christian Education  on the “Program Options”page of the online registration.  Teachers in the program bring a Christian viewpoint to issues and topics from all curriculum areas.

Reach Out
Reach Out is a teacher-directed program for severe special needs, as identified by Edmonton Public Schools' Executive Services. The Reach Out program provides educational services for students with severe disabilities who are medically fragile and unable to attend a community school.  Reach Out is available in the Edmonton area only. Contact at Argyll: Jackie Pocklington, Department Head Learning Support (780-485-5276).

Special Needs
Special needs supports are provided in our teacher-directed programs for students who reside in Edmonton and meet Edmonton Public School Board eligibility criteria. Students are supported in an individualized home-school-community based program. Provides adapted and modified programming to students with mild to moderate special needs in grades 1 through 12. Contact: Jackie Pocklington, Department Head Learning Support (780-485-5276). Available for Edmonton based students grades 1-12.

Teacher-Directed Learning Embraces Learning Partnerships: An Argyll Advantage!

Education in the Learning Partnership is truly a collaborative effort between the home and the school, combining the strengths of parent-student, student-teacher, and parent-teacher interaction. The degree to which parents are engaged in learning partnerships varies with:

• the age of the student,
• the learning needs
• the grade level.

The degree to which parent partnership is required to support student success is described in the elementary , junior high and high school drop down menus and with the Live Online and LearnNet delivery options.

How do we distribute the learning partnership reponsibilities?

Teacher Directed Program Agreement

In order to ensure that all of our students are set up for success in their individual programs, we ask all of our families to come to an understanding of the attributes necessary to be a successful student at Argyll. 

As an Argyll Student, my responsibilities are to:

• communicate with teachers in all subject areas on a regular basis
• expend the time and effort required to successfully complete your course work
• attend scheduled eLive classes
• set up a work schedule that reflects the time (daily and weekly) committed to academic studies and present this schedule to parents and teachers
• promptly respond to email and phone calls from Argyll Centre
• ask for help from teachers when you need it
• use the Argyll Answer Network online when you have questions
• communicate with Argyll Centre's Help Desk if there are technology questions or concerns
• complete assigned work, follow teacher directions and meet deadlines
• return resources upon completion of your courses
• access SchoolZone regularly to view school information, course marks and progress reports
• come in as required to get assistance or as outlined during registration (e.g. once per week)
• write final exams in all core subjects

As an Argyll Parent, my responsibilities are to:

• supervise at-home learning
• support the learning process
• communicate with teacher(s) and other members of Argyll Centre
• provide a personal email address at the time of registration
• promptly respond to email and phone calls from Argyll Centre
• access SchoolZone regularly to view school information, course marks and progress reports
• assume responsibility for all materials and resources issued
• cover the costs of mailing or transporting resources and text books
• ensure resources are returned

Argyll Centre Staff are responsible to:

• deliver, monitor and evaluate your course work that meets the requirements of the Alberta Program of Studies
• work with you to develop program plans
• maintain communication with you and your parents through email, phone, SameTime Connect, eLive or in person
• communicate your progress and achievement through progress reports, email, SchoolZone and/or by phone
• be accessible and available to you and your parents, by appointment, for advice and assistance
• respond to all work submitted in a timely fashion
• respond to all phone and email messages within one working day of receiving them
• provide you and your parents with meaningful feedback
• help you to prepare for final and provincial diploma examinations
• create opportunities for you to enhance your learning
• post interim marks and progress reports to SchoolZone regularly for you and your parents to access
• inform you and your parents of school events and other news
• accommodate the educational needs and pursuits of students identified as having special needs