WHAT IS A CO-OP?
Though the term “co-op” can be used in different ways by many people, please view our definitions to make sure you comply with the proper license. Please go HERE for a full understanding of the difference between what we classify as a hybrid and co-op.
If you have any hesitation or concern as to whether you are a co-op or a hybrid/microschool according to our terms, you are required to write in to customer service to verify before purchase. Please see further details below.
WHAT DOES A LICENSE PROVIDE, AND WHEN IS IT REQUIRED?
Our co-op license also adjusts the terms of copyright, so that it can be used legally in a group setting, as the units are otherwise copyrighted for use within your individual family only.
WHAT YOU MIGHT BE USED TO
Did you know that many companies advertise a small fee for their co-op programs, but often include hidden costs? Typically, their policies might require:
- Every student in the classroom must purchase the product at full price.
- An additional ‘small’ fee per student (let’s say $3 for “additional licensing”) is then added to each purchase.
While they promote these as minor charges and cite a $3 cost, in reality, it burdens every student with the full cost of the product, plus extra fees.
CAMPFIRE TAKES A DIFFERENT APPROACH
With Campfire:
- Only the teacher needs to buy the curriculum once.
- Every student in the classroom enjoys utilizing the curriculum at a substantial discount of 83% OFF the regular price.
This model not only simplifies costs but also makes educational resources more accessible and affordable for all students.
The teacher is the one with access to the materials and can print/screencast as desired!
DO THE MATH
Assume a $30 cost of material and 20 students.
In scenario 1 (some other curricula setups), your cost to use in a co-op is:
*****$690***** ($30 x 21 total people + $3 license x 20 students)
In Campfire, your license is to use in a co-op setup is:
*****$130***** ($30 x 1 teacher + $5/student x 20 students)
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NEXT?
Email us via our CONTACT form and we will make sure you get to the right place with the right directions! Without this license, you are not free to use the curriculum outside of your immediate family.
If you were looking for a hybrid or microschool license, please go HERE instead.
If you were looking for our private school licenses, please contact us directly, as well.
Thank you!
