Sunday 05th of September 2010
Credit Recovery Program
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What is GCPS Credit Recovery?
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- GCPS Credit Recovery is an opportunity for a student to retake a course that he/she previously failed with a grade of 60 to 69 and was not academically successful in earning credit towards graduation. Counselor approval is required in order to be eligible.
- Credit Recovery courses are designed to be on a flexible schedule and are not facilitated by a teacher. If you are looking for a teacher-led course on a semester schedule, please go to Online Campus Program for more information.
- Credit Recovery options allow students who have completed seat time and calendar requirements to earn credit based on competency of the content standards.
- Credit Recovery courses are complete courses containing all AKS content for which the student will demonstrate mastery before receiving a new grade.
- GCPS Credit Recovery offers core courses required for graduation from a Gwinnett County Public Schools.
- Taking a Credit Recovery course will result in the student not being able to retake the same course through the Credit Recovery Program. Please discuss alternate options with your local school counselor.
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Comparison of Credit Recovery Options
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CREDIT RECOVERY PROGRAM |
GWINNETT COUNTY ONLINE CAMPUS |
| Course Offerings |
Selected core courses required for graduation. |
Core and elective courses. Course offerings vary from semester to semester. |
| Schedule |
Mini-Semesters are offered four times per year (excluding summers), allowing the student to earn credit for four semester courses or two full credits. |
Full semester length courses are offered in the fall and spring, and shorter more intensive mini-semesters in the fall, spring, and summer. |
| Course Format |
While the course is self-paced, students are encouraged to follow the pacing chart to maintain the recommended schedule. Students must complete all work by the assigned deadline in order to take the final exam and End of Course Test. |
Students may work at the time of day that fits their schedule best. While a GCOC course offers flexibility, it is not self-paced. Students have teacher directed deadlines, due dates, and exams. |
| Cost |
$125 per course, one-course limit |
$225 per course |
| Block courses |
Students must complete two mini-semesters to earn credit for one block course. |
Selected courses |
| Teacher |
Course is facilitated by a certified GCPS teacher, but is student-directed. Student is expected to progress through the course with minimal to no assistance from the facilitator. |
Course is led by a certified GCPS teacher who is available to answer questions and assist the student, as needed. |
| Learning Style |
Recommended for mature students who are self-directed and can work independently. Credit Recovery courses require extreme focus and self-discipline on the part of the student. |
Recommended for mature students who can work independently, but who respond best to teacher-led discussions and activities and need academic interactions. |
| Grade |
New grade of 70 or higher is averaged into student’s GPA and does not replace failing grade. Failure or the incompletion of a Credit Recovery course will result in the student not being able to retake the same course through the Credit Recovery Program. Please discuss alternate options with your local school counselor. |
New grade is averaged into student’s GPA and does not replace failing grade. If a student fails a GCOC class, the student may attempt other GCOC classes. |
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2595 Beaver Ruin Rd, Bldg F.
Norcross, GA 30071
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