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University of Evansville Expanding Online Learning with $1 Million Grant

Indiana’s University of Evansville is developing its online education and learning efforts thanks to a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment. The university will use the funds to “implement major initiatives that will enhance the campus as well as the online learning environment,” according to a news announcement. Campus Technology

Coursera for Campus Extends Free Plans, Adds Enhancements

Coursera has announced that it is continuing its offer of free courses for students and whole campuses, along with some enhanced functionality. Free access to Coursera for Campus was announced in March, to help institutions of higher education transform their programs to online formats. Access to 3,800 courses offered in the Coursera catalog was expected […]

Not for coronavirus, Utah Valley U. launches online-degrees website

Utah Valley University launched a new website this week to help students understand and enroll in online courses. edscoop

CT [Campus Technology] Launches Virtual Summit on Distance Learning

Campus closures have led education institutions everywhere to scramble to move instruction to an online format. On May 5, the Campus Technology Distance Learning Summit will provide insight, ideas and information for education IT decision-makers grappling with the need for continuity of teaching and learning in these unprecedented times. Campus Technology

‘Technology is fundamentally changing our world – it’s time to make Education 4.0 a reality’

Personalised learning and data-driven innovation hold the key to transforming our higher education sector, says Jisc CEO Paul Feldman Education Technology

V. Craig Jordan, Michael G. Moore to receive honorary degrees from UW–Madison

A groundbreaking cancer researcher and a pioneer in the field of contemporary distance education will be awarded honorary doctoral degrees during spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. University of Wisconsin-Madison

Join us on the online webinar: Transactional Distance and Adaptive Learning for the Future of Higher Education – Dr. Farhad Saba & Dr. Rick Shearer – February 6, 2020 at 3pm ET – Open Session

  Join us online: Transactional Distance and Adaptive Learning for the Future of Higher Education – Dr. Farhad Saba & Dr. Rick Shearer – February 6, 2020 at 3pm ET – Open Session February 6, 2020 at 3pm Eastern Time US – Transactional Distance and Adaptive Learning for the Future of Higher Education– Dr. Farhad Saba […]

‘Intentional Tech’

Derek Bruff, director of the Vanderbilt University Center for Teaching, believes that learning objectives should guide how college instructors use technology, not the other way around. In his new book, Intentional Tech: Principles to Guide the Use of Educational Technology in College Teaching, Bruff offers help to faculty members seeking to employ or tasked with […]

National Distance Learning Week

NDLW for 2019 will be November 4-8, 2019 Purpose: The purpose of National Distance Learning Week (NDLW) is to generate greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning, including K-12, Higher Education, Corporate and Military, while recognizing leaders and best practices in the field. Goal: For schools, colleges, and corporations to conduct local events during NDLW to celebrate […]

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