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What is an intelligent learning platform for schools and universities?

Neo LMS

Especially during the past two years, the interest and necessity of online learning have skyrocketed. . Students have continued pursuing their studies despite prolonged lockdowns through platforms such as learning management systems (LMSs) and video conferencing software. Lower dropout rates.

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Online Learning vs. Classroom Learning Research

eSchool News

Advocates of online learning cite flexibility and access, while proponents of in-person instruction emphasize social interaction and hands-on learning. Advocates of online learning cite flexibility and access, while proponents of in-person instruction emphasize social interaction and hands-on learning.

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PROOF POINTS: COVID has been bad for college enrollment — but awful for community college students

The Hechinger Report

That’s an estimated 600,000 fewer college students nationwide if these partial enrollment trends continue. Tuition worries aside, many don’t have high-speed internet, their own up-to-date laptops or a quiet places to study for online learning. Native American college students have declined the most, down 11 percent.

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Kids are failing algebra. The solution? Slow down.

The Hechinger Report

She reels off the names of four new apps her students have had to learn for their algebra courses. Even students who have done well working virtually don’t love online learning. Since it’s online, teachers don’t notice you’re struggling,” she said. Zyonne Reid, a 15-year-old at J.P.

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Online prekindergarten access and funds for school counselors among bills proposed in Mississippi this year

The Hechinger Report

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Mississippi Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes with trends and top stories about education in Mississippi. Online preschool has become a contentious topic nationwide. Subscribe today!

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Is the new education reform hiding in plain sight?

The Hechinger Report

Overall, the rise of online learning — from MOOCs to Khan Academy — makes “blended” learning that combines computer and live instruction feel normal to students. The study tracked math and reading test scores and compared students who got personalized learning instruction with those who got traditional instruction.

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When a college degree is no longer a ticket to the middle class

The Hechinger Report

He asks : What are the projections for the size of the middle class assuming current economic and demographic trends? This story is part of our Map to the Middle Class project , where we ask readers what they want us to investigate about educational pathways to economic stability. This question comes from Kieran Hanrahan.

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