Every state has laws governing entities offering education
within its borders, but those laws – and how they are
enforced – vary dramatically from state to state, as well as
by the level and type of education offered and the nature of the
offering entity. We've put together a list of key
misconceptions that can create legal challenges for alternative
education providers at the state level.
Education models that challenge traditional delivery methods are
attracting increased scrutiny from state regulators. Every state
has laws governing entities offering education within its borders,
but those laws – and how they are enforced – vary
dramatically from state to state, as well as by the level and type
of education offered and the nature of the offering entity. This
complexity has resulted in a considerable amount of misinformation
that can lead to serious complications for the new wave of
education providers. We've put together a list of key
misconceptions that can