ODYSSEYWARE
Instilling Hope. Igniting Minds. Inspiring Brilliance.
Find out how schools across the country are reaping the rewards of implementing ODYSSEYWARE as their primary online curriculum provider.
The Faces of Success
Real students and real teachers all over the country use ODYSSEYWARE every day with real success.
Discover the Next Generation of ODYSSEYWARE
New technology has allowed us to recreate ODYSSEYWARE on a stronger platform and with new features to enrich
learning while promoting digital literacy. Its flexibility makes it ideal for creating individualized learning
programs for students with diverse challenges and learning styles.
-Brent Millon, vice president of software development and training
Differentiated Learning
One big advantage to ODYSSEYWARE is that it allows teachers to customize an individual student's instruction.
It is vital for many students who are in an alternative education setting that teachers are able to develop
lessons based on individual strengths and weaknesses.
-Kathy Johnson, Alternative Education Coordinator, Amarillo ISD, Amarillo, TX
Elevate Graduation Rates
ODYSSEYWARE has given us the rigor and relevance necessary for student success. For the past two years, I have been impressed with the curriculum and the outstanding customer service we have received from ODYSSEYWARE. Finally, 26 at-risk students graduated because of our credit recovery program.
-Rayceen King, Monroe County Achievement Center, Forsyth, GA
Who We Are
At ODYSSEYWARE, we provide innovative eLearning solutions to schools nationwide. With more than thirty years of experience behind us, we offer 21st century learning opportunities for today's digital natives.
Blog Highlights
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Good to Know Simplifies Online Security Posted 2.15.12 | 0 Comments
Passwords…updates…captcha. These are just some of the small annoyances of being connected. We’re constantly reminded to safeguard our privacy, keep our security software ... Continue Reading
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Schools and Technology: A Love Story Posted 2.1.12 | 0 Comments
Lancelot had Guinevere, Rhett had Scarlett, and Romeo had Juliet – at least for awhile. Introduce teachers to technology, let them get to know each other, leave them alon... Continue Reading
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Fixing Common Login Issues Posted 2.1.12 | 0 Comments
If you’ve ever had trouble logging on to ODYSSEYWARE to check your action items or view your messages, this can sometimes be as simple as an incorrectly typed password or... Continue Reading
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I’d Like Mine with Rainbow Sprinkles Posted 1.31.12 | 0 Comments
Cream with your coffee, popcorn with your movie, an autographed T-shirt with your concert. In its simplest form, this is enrichment. It is taking anything in its most bas... Continue Reading
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The Rise of Social Networking By Shawn J on 11.3.11
First thing educators NEED to do is stop looking at technology such as smartphones, iPods, tablets, etc. as a distraction and start using it as a tool. There are tons of web-based educational tools that are simple to use AND free that can turn those devices into powerful educational tools. Check out http://cooltoolsforschools.wikispaces.com/ for just a few of them!
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Together We're Better By Melissa R on 9.22.11
Thanks for your input Melody. Sounds like a great way to keep help students use notes to remember the key points and better prepare for assessments. Feel free to post other best practices here. We're trying to build a community where teachers can share great ideas. Again, thank you. ^Melissa
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Together We're Better By melody t on 9.19.11
Melody Toppins Ed White Memorial H.S. League City, TX attend the Austin conference Oct 17 How have you customized courses to facilitate learning? Since a large percentage of our population are students that have dropped out and are now back trying to catch-up on missing credits, it is important to accomadate their needs. One technique that I use is customizing a "test out" unit. Instead of just clicking the CRX button, I skip all but the review and the test. This gives the students a hint as to what will be on the test and an opportunity to study before taking each unit test. Taking the unit tests prepares the students for the final test. That is what I use for the "test out" grade. For students that are working through the entire unit, I give a grade for taking notes. After they have finished a unit, I ask to see their notes. If they have notes, I give it a percentage grade. I open the special project, the student opens and "finishes" the project and then I go in and post a grade for notes. When a student fails a test/quiz, I will only reset what they missed IF they can show the notes they have taken. Otherwise the grade stands as is. They know I will not reset any question with only 2 anwser choices, and I will only reset a test once.
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The Right Way to Chat By Angelo F on 8.5.11
This is such an overlooked area. Just because it is possible -easy-- to use digital tools does not mean it is the most effective. Often the analog tools are equally effective: the simple, hand-written note, the phone call..
Testimonials
"ODYSSEYWARE is a powerful tool for North Heights and is an essential part to our students' success."
-Kathy Johnson, Amarillo, Texas
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"Before Muskogee Public Schools started using ODYSSEYWARE, we were concerned that the curriculum might not be rigorous enough for students relying solely on the program without additional classroom instruction. We were very pleased when an ODYSSEYWARE student who had no prior geometry instruction passed the state geometry test with flying colors. To this day I enjoy receiving the occasional note from this student telling me how well he’s doing in college. We now have many students who receive their courses exclusively via ODYSSEYWARE. Many of these students were not succeeding in the regular classroom and are given a second chance when they use the curriculum."
-Paula Dean, Muskogee Public Schools
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"ODYSSEYWARE has reduced our dropout rate dramatically. The students can see the possibility of making up credits and graduating. The 'black hole' of failure is no longer bottomless."
-Kathy Sussex, alternative director, Milbank School District, South Dakota
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"With ODYSSEYWARE, students are motivated. It's designed for kids in the 21st century. They're not expected to watch some antiquated video. Instead, they are able to participate in their own instruction through the text and the multimedia elements. That, combined with the fact that they can work at their own pace, helps them stay motivated."
-Scott Davis, superintendent of schools, Lamesa, Texas
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"A lot of the burden and busywork of teaching is taken off the back of the teacher by ODYSSEYWARE. Then the teacher can focus on individual problem solving, relationship building, and motivating."
-Mary K. Davidson, facilitator, Ontario, California
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