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Use Personalized Learning Tools to Boost Classroom Equity

EdTech Magazine

In a recent webinar from the International Association for K–12 Online Learning , titled “ Designing for Equity: Leveraging Competency-Based Education to Ensure All Students Succeed ,” education consultant Katherine Casey explains the key ways a competency-based system differs from a traditional system. by Wendy McMahon.

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Can We Design Online Learning Platforms That Feel More Intimate Than Massive?

Edsurge

Yet most of our energy has been focused on designing physical learning spaces, even as more teaching and learning shifts online. Unfortunately, most massive open online course (MOOC) platforms still feel like drafty lecture halls instead of intimate seminar rooms. This type of structure is not revolutionary.

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Understanding, Teaching, and Reaching Digital Native Students—and Digital Native Caregivers

Waterford

This can be tremendously beneficial—for instance, when scheduling online learning or virtual parent-teacher conferences when in-person learning isn’t possible. Be active: Prioritize active digital activities, like online learning games or interactive lessons, over passive activities, like watching a video.

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The Number of Students Taking in Online Courses Is Quickly Rising, But Perceptions Are Changing Slowly

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Then they will mention taking one online course and hating it. Then they want to talk to me for 45 minutes about how bad online learning is. We've had more and more of the group in the middle that said, 'I'm not sure' move into a pro online learning stance,” says Seaman, speaking of the academic leaders he surveyed in the past.

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Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators

Waterford

Prioritize active digital activities, like online learning games or interactive lessons, over passive activities (like watching a video). Education, Communication & Information, 2004, 4(1), pp. Beyond Computers In The Classroom: Factors Related To Technology Adoption To Enhance Teaching And Learning. Venezky, R.L.

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Experiences in Self-Determined Learning: Moving from Education 1.0 Through Education 2.0 Towards Education 3.0

User Generated Education

From Obstacle to Opportunity: Using Government-mandated Curriculum Change as a Springboard for Changes in Learning and Teaching: Jon Andrews. Applying Heutagogy in Online Learning: The SIDE Model: Eric Belt. George Siemens (2004) has defined the characteristics Connectivism: Learning and knowledge rests in diversity of opinions.

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Pearson Returns to the Buyer’s Table With Workforce Education Deal

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Founded in 2004 and formerly called College Plus, Lumerit offers degree planning services to match people with online courses that offer credits to graduate or transfer to a college. As part of the deal, Lumerit’s 70 employees will join Pearson’s Online Learning Services division, which houses the Accelerated Pathway team.

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