General - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: We need materials that our students
want to study. Can they relate to your materials?
A: Our materials contain information that students want and
need to know. They are presented in an easy to understand, interesting format.
Your students will also relate to the materials because of the illustrations
and voices.
Q: Are your materials easy for teachers to use and students to learn?
A: All our materials come with teacher's guides, lesson plans,
activity sheets, and other support materials. The books have an easy to read print size.
Q: What do you mean by duplicatable or networkable?
A: Our products can be duplicated or networked at the purchasing school or site. This is an individual license per site. It is not a license to be used in more than one site.
Q: What if the staff needs additional help in learning how to use
the materials?
A: If additional support is needed, workshops are available
either by conference call or in person. Service is available from
9-5 Monday - Friday EST.
Q: Do your materials meet the needs of a range of comprehension
levels?
A: Our materials range from 1st. - 9th. grade in comprehension levels
but in subject areas they range from preschool through adult and
independent living.
We have materials for students at a preschool level so parents/teachers can help them
learn basic concepts such as colors, shapes, etc.
We have materials for students in pre-vocational programs, sheltered
workshops, and competitive employment.
Q: Can students in different learning
environments and/or settings relate to your materials?
A: As you review the range of our topics and the structure
of our materials this question is answered as yes. They are self-directed;
students can teach themselves.
Q: Do your materials include a multi-sensory approach?
A: Our materials include illustrations, audio, and many practical
experiences, such as taking bus trips, going to a bank, interviewing
for a job, and completing money orders.
Q: How do your materials provide for accountability?
A: All of our materials come with free pre/post tests, skill
sheets, and/or assessment tools.
Q: Can we use your materials in group settings, independent study,
with mentors, and with peer tutors?
A: Yes.
Q: What if there is a question?
A: Our 800 service line is open 9-5 Monday - Friday EST and we can also provide
additional help by appointment. For example, you may want a conference
call for staff development. There is no charge for this call.
We do not have voice mail. All phones are answered by staff.
We also have e-mail, fax and regular mail support available.
This is all FREE from our USA based office.
Q: Our students have low self-esteem. How can these materials help
them?
A: Your student's self-esteem will improve because they will
succeed. They will be empowered by their new knowledge - and as
Dr. Ruthie says, "Knowledge is Power."
Q: When your programs are upgraded how will we obtain the new versions?
A: Phillip Roy, Inc. will provide you with the upgrades.
Q: Our students do not have computers at home. How can what they
have learned in the lesson be reinforced?
A: Additional books for every title are available. These
books can be used at home.
Q: Who developed these programs?
A: All of the materials are research-based, and include proven-effective
best practices.
These programs were developed by school districts, universities,
and educators throughout the world.
We personally at Phillip Roy, Inc. wrote the teacher's guides, lesson
plans, pre/post assessments and other support materials to ensure
that the materials were all user friendly.
Q: Who else is using these materials?
A: Thousands of schools and organizations
have and are using these materials.
On our website we also have reviews and research findings.
Q: Can we preview materials before purchasing?
A: We encourage you to preview any materials you wish.
Online School - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who teaches/coaches the students?
A: You are responsible for your students.
Q: What does this mean?
A: You are responsible for the running of your own class. For example: you assign students their passwords and lessons. You also
manage and oversee your students’ progress along with awarding them certificates of completion.
Q: Where will I get the materials I need to run the school?
A: The staff of Phillip Roy, Inc. will supply you with directions on how to manage your students from assigning passwords to
awarding certificates of completion. In addition, they will provide you with the course material, including lesson plans, teacher’s
guides, pre/post-tests, and other important information.
Q: What will it cost to start my class?
A: Phillip Roy, Inc. requires a one-time payment of $100.00 to register your class.
Q: What does this fee include?
A: This fee includes all of the materials listed above.
Q: How many students do I need to start?
A: You can enroll any number of students you wish. You need only pay
Phillip Roy, Inc. $14.50 per student.
Q: Do I need a computer?
A: As this course material is all delivered on the computer via the Internet, you should have a computer with Internet access available
or your students should have access to a computer and the Internet. Remember students can use this program any place, any time
they have access to a computer and the Internet.
Q: Do I need a teacher for the school?
A: You will receive instructions to teach in the form of lesson plans and teacher’s guides; however, remember all of the materials can
also be used independently. Your students can study and learn any place, any time they have access to a computer and the Internet.
Q: What is the student fee?
A: This is your class. You determine the student fee. Your only requirement is to pay Phillip Roy, Inc.
(after your initial $100 fee) $14.50 per student.
Q: Do you have books that also teach this curriculum?
A: Phillip Roy, Inc. has books that accompany the online lessons. The books are not necessary, but they are available at a low
price.
Q: How long will it take a student to complete the course?
A: It will depend on the time the student puts into the study, as well as the student’s background, interest and ability. It also depends on any
additional assignments you may want to give to the student.
Q: How will this course benefit my students?
A: It will help them live happy, productive lives in their family and community.
Q: How do I register and start my school?
A: After you pay your registration fee of $100.00, Phillip Roy, Inc. will send you all the information and supplies you will need.
Q: How is this blended education?
A: We provide you with teacher's guides and lesson plans. By using the guidelines we provide, students and teachers can interact as the students master the lessons.
Q: Who operates the class?
You are an independent operator of your own class.
Phillip Roy,
Inc. is large enough to serve you,
but small enough to know you.
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