House Bill 12-1124 Summary

• Directs the Colorado Department of Education to commission a study of digital learning integration into Colorado public schools, to be completed no later than January 31, 2013.

• Defines key terms including "digital learning," "blended learning," "on-line learning," and "supplemental on-line course" for purposes of the study.

• Study must address at least 13 specific issues including student access to digital content, teacher preparation, quality measurement, funding models, infrastructure requirements, and credit transfer protocols.

• Department must select a Colorado-based entity with public education experience to conduct the study, excluding any entity that provides digital learning services or would profit from study recommendations.

• Funding for the study must come from gifts, grants, or donations; the section automatically repeals July 1, 2013.