Define
Establish your purpose and vision
Before building your virtual academy, define your purpose and promise.
What transformation are you promising? Who is your academy for and who isn’t it for? Determine the scale of your operation and the time you wish to invest. Develop a programming calendar and a financial plan that aligns with your academy's objectives. This is where the magic begins!
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Create Your Virtual Academy Blueprint
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Eliot Gattegno
Former Head of Education, On Deck