In 2013, many pundits debated the limitations of online courses. But overall, it was seen as a very good year for those who support technology in education. For example, online degrees got the green light from the U.S. Department of Education. Here are some education trends you can expect to see more of in 2014: … Continue reading Technology in Education Trends to Watch in 2014
These days, much of the most recent news in higher education circles around the opening and credit transfer workings of MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). Though, under the radar, a new form of online course has been making a name for itself in higher education. DOCC, also known as a Distributed Open Collaborative Course, offers … Continue reading DOCC May Soon Replace MOOC as the Hottest Acronym in Education
Traditionally the New Year is a time for making resolutions to better ourselves, improve our lifestyles, and conquer bad habits. This year, why not make it your aim to improve your lectures in the classroom? Connect with other professors. Use the Internet to chat with other professionals in your field. Improve your knowledge of teaching methodologies … Continue reading Tips to Improve Your Work in the Classroom This Year
Every generation sees a shift in its perceptions about education. The advent of the digital age just makes this observation all the more evident. Here, detailed below, are some of the changes that a computer-oriented society has manifested for our children: A Distributed Network – It is no longer necessary to show up for class … Continue reading How the Digital Age Has Impacted Education
There are many proverbs and cliches readily available to help a new teacher get through their first classroom experience. However, with the advent of the technological education revolution, there are numerous new challenges facing modern teachers for the first time in history. A deeply disconcerting issue is that, as opposed to the age-old dilemma of … Continue reading How to Teach a Successful MOOC
People usually lean toward one of these learning types: kinesthetic, auditory, and visual. Kinesthetic learners absorb information through hands-on experience; auditory learners through verbal explanations; and visual learners through graphics, demonstrations, and textual instructions. The secret to being a successful instructor is knowing what kind of learners you’re going to face so that you can … Continue reading Teaching to the Visual Learner
In a world of rapidly advancing technology, it can be difficult to sort the useful benefits of tech in the classroom from the distracting noise of marketeers. Of course, for every example of social-networks causing trouble in schools, there’s a story of a self-taught go-getter utilizing Internet resources for something beautiful. Just like in any … Continue reading The Effect of Technology on Education
In case you hadn’t noticed, the Internet and its devotees have made significant inroads in the educational world with the introduction of something known as “massive open online courses” or “MOOCs.” The creators of these (usually) college-level courses have seen a massive rise in popularity as the “who, how and where” of the classes has … Continue reading MOOCs Popularity Continues to Grow
The whole world acknowledges that a college degree is the key to success. Yet, nowadays the cost of higher education keeps many from attaining that goal. Technology in education has created great hope in lowering the cost of a college education. The amount of free and reduced cost learning tools online is unprecedented due in … Continue reading Technology Can Help Lower the Cost of Post-Secondary Education
Once upon a time, grading a student’s work seemed to achieve its intended goal. It began as an equilateral assessment tool to encourage students to learn and master given material. However, that module was also privy to subjection, systematic pressure and increasing awareness of learning differentials. In other words, old school grades in higher education worked … Continue reading Do Grades Still Hold Up in Higher Education?