May 25, 2001

South Dakota Finds Mixed Results With Online AP Courses

By SARAH CARR

A new program offering online Advanced Placement courses to high-school students throughout South Dakota has dramatically increased student access to the upper-level courses. But several high-school teachers in the state say students are struggling to complete the courses.

The state has spent $216,000 on the program over the past few months, according to Tammy Bauck, the director of technology for the state Department of Education and Cultural Affairs. The

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