If you are a college student, you’re probably aware of the fact that you can use various online tools in order to complete your assignments with ease. However, most of the online tools that are well-known to students are outdated and don’t add any new effectiveness to your workflow. For that reason, we decided to […]
With so many options on the market to integrate technology in the classroom, it’s difficult to know where to begin. Of course, cost and electronic compatibility with your own classroom are on the top of everyone’s mind but there are few other things to consider when choosing what technology to implement. Access Whether it’s a […]
University students today have so many kinds of technology available at their fingertips that improve their learning experience. Technology not only makes learning easier and more accessible, but it can make the process more fun as well. Students can learn faster because it is easier to locate specific information with much more speed and precision, […]
Many people argue that the conventional educational system relies more on memorizing the textbook concepts rather than preparing the students for the real world. The educators argue on the other hand that they combine theory with a practical approach in order to train the students for upcoming challenges. The most important fact although remains that […]
Whether you’re taking an online class or trying to learn Spanish before the relatives come over for the holidays, your iPhone is probably always in your pocket. Rather than using it to text (or pretending to) on the subway, you can bite into a mobile learning experience—from anywhere, at any time. Most of these apps aren’t about those that […]
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently announced a grant contest to create and research MOOC programs for remedial students. MOOC programs are used by a wide array of students across the globe and have become an exciting new development in free online education. One problem with these programs, however, is the problem they present to students […]
Online classes are specifically designed for those who are pressed for time and seek the luxury of being able to “attend” classes whenever their schedule allows via the internet. This opens up a whole new world of opportunity for those that can’t go to a traditional college. But just because there are a plethora of […]
Perhaps one of the biggest online education success stories you’ll ever hear about is the story of Lynda.com. First off, Lynda was very much a self-starter in her own history of education; she was an individual who liked choosing her own path and paving her own way. And, unsurprisingly, Lynda.com extends this philosophy with their […]
There’s been a lot of discussion and many surveys about whether or not employers view online graduates as equally qualified for jobs as traditional college graduates. The answer depends on who you talk to and is different for each situation. This article focuses on answering this intriguing question: Are there any advantages that graduates of online programs […]
OECD Observer: A new digital divide?: According to European Union data, around 20% of jobs in Europe are either in the information and communication technology sector or require skills in that field. How prepared are today’s students for living and working in a digital world? The OECD’s New Millennium Learners project explores what drives students […]
