Category: Online Learning
Why I Decided To Become An Online Student
2.89K Views0 Comments0 Likes
What happens when you enroll in an online school? What's it like to be an online student? Get some insight from a long-time online learner.
What Parents Want From Technology In The Classroom
10.03K Views1 Comments0 Likes
Here's an interesting perspective to take on technology in the classroom. A new report sheds some light on the people actually buying all that BYOD.
Behind-The-Scenes: How MOOCs Are Getting Money
7.56K Views2 Comments0 Likes
A new chart details how MOOCs are getting money, from where, and the many players behind the scenes.
CrunchU: TechCrunch Partners With Udemy To Offer Online School
3.21K Views0 Comments0 Likes
TechCrunch has partnered with Udemy to offer an online school called CrunchU with courses on development, raising money for startups, and web design.
Clayton Christensen, Master of Disruption, Discusses Online Education
10.47K Views0 Comments0 Likes
I recently found this great interview that Mark Suster did with Clayton Christensen, who is without argument, the master of disruption.
The Past, Present, And Future Of MOOCs
6.57K Views0 Comments0 Likes
Here's a fresh take on the hot topic of MOOCs. It's a look at the past, present, and potential future of MOOCs.
The Importance Of Mobile Learning In (And Out Of) The Classroom
18.90K Views2 Comments0 Likes
There has always been at least some sort of disconnect between how things like mobile learning are taught in a classroom and how things work in the 'real world'.
What To Know About The Accreditation Of MOOCs And Online Learning
9.66K Views1 Comments0 Likes
We take a close look at the process and questions surrounding the accreditation of MOOCs and online learning in the digital age of education.
The 6 Characteristics Of Modern Online Language Learning
11.63K Views1 Comments0 Likes
As a former foreign-language teacher, I often look at the tools available to teachers now and wonder how my teaching might have been different if I had the same tools when I was teaching.
How Online Learning Is Like Babysitting
9.41K Views1 Comments0 Likes
It's no secret that online learning is time-consuming and very tough for many students. It's actually not unlike babysitting a three year old!
The Characteristics Of A Successful Online Student
14.20K Views2 Comments0 Likes
What does it take to become a successful online student? It's not easy and there's a new study that has some staggering details to know about.
Minecraft In Education: Pros And Cons
24.33K Views9 Comments0 Likes
In an effort to weigh the benefits of Minecraft in education, I turned to the proverbial crowd on Reddit to see what they had to say about the popular game.
The Skills Both Online Students And Teachers Must Have
16.49K Views5 Comments0 Likes
What does it take to have an effective online classroom? These skills are critical for both online students and teachers.
5 MOOCs Teachers Should Take As Students
13.25K Views2 Comments0 Likes
MOOCs may or may not save higher education, and if they save it they may further widen the gap between elite and lesser-known schools. They may also reinforce existing achievement gaps for students. As massive open online courses continue to evolve, however, educators need to know what they are and how they are changing the education landscape.
Jörn Loviscach: The Story Of A German Math Teaching Sensation
14.84K Views0 Comments0 Likes
He's easy to watch, fun to learn with, and getting insanely popular. The story of Jörn Loviscach is now available and it's worth a read.
10 Ways To Become A Better Online Learner
12.99K Views2 Comments0 Likes
There are some quick and easy ways to become a better online learner. Whether you're taking a class or just researching, here are the DOs and DON'Ts.
