Artificial Intelligence 101 with Nirav Sheth
Learn about the future of AI and machine learning with VP Product, Architecture and Engineering Nirav Sheth! See AI at work in a Webex Assistant demo. CISCO
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National broadband coverage grossly over-represented by FCC data, says non-profit
Researchers claim that industry-supplied data to FCC overstates broadband availability and misleads local policy officials. edscoop
Edmentum and Boulevard Arts Partner to Build Augmented Reality Courses and Reach the Next Generation of Learners
Edmentum (edmentum.com), a global leader and the original pioneer in online teaching and learning programs, announced a new partnership with Boulevard Arts. Edmentum and Boulevard Arts will partner closely over the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school years to build a full suite of augmented reality (AR) activities for humanities courses – including English 9-12, World History, […]
Kaplan Test Prep Partners with Cengage to Deliver Free Digital Test Prep Offerings and Live Online Academic Help Via Cengage Unlimited Subscription
New York, NY (August 15, 2018) — Test prep and teacher office hours enter the subscription economy as Kaplan Test Prep, a premier provider of educational and career services, and Cengage, an education and technology company, have announced a partnership that will provide free test prep and live academic support offerings for Cengage Unlimited subscribers. […]
Why Higher Ed Should Do More with Blockchain Tech
Oral Roberts University recently held a conference to persuade higher education institutions that it’s time to get on board the blockchain train. Its recommendations: Learn about the technology’s potential, test it out and collaborate. Campus Technology
A perfect match: graduate school and success coaching
Graduate Students. They’re more mature and responsible, accustomed to self-motivation and are all-in on their investment to further their education. These attributions are considered a perfect combination for learning online. But behind every graduate student’s struggles to maintain a job, their personal commitments and maybe even a family, is their success coach. Arizona State University
Sequence Analysis in Distributed Interactive Learning Environments: Visualization and Clustering of Exploratory Behavior
Constructivist learning posits that learners should construct their own meaning and organization of knowledge through exploration. Web-based distributed interactive learning (DIL) environments are a type of information and communications technology that supports learners in exploring learning materials. Although educators can access learners’ navigational paths on DIL websites, the exploratory nature of such paths cannot be […]
Case Analysis: Exploring the Application of Using Rich Media Technologies and Social Presence to Decrease Attrition in an Online Graduate Program
Distance education has become a popular method for delivering sport management programs because online learning provides opportunities for learners to continue their education in various settings. Despite increased interests in online learning, the literature shows that one of the largest challenges to higher education is student retention in online programs. This case analysis will analyze the methodologies of Media Richness Theory […]
Adaptive quizzes to increase motivation, engagement and learning outcomes in a first year accounting unit
Adaptive learning presents educators with a possibility of providing learning opportunities tailored to each student’s individual needs. As such, adaptive learning may contribute to both improving student learning outcomes and increasing student motivation and engagement. In this paper, we present the findings from a pilot of adaptive quizzes in a fully online unit at an […]
New Strategies for New Literacies – Digital Strategy Backpack Samplers
The skills and strategies of effective communication are at the heart of literacy teaching and learning; engaging with digital technologies to communicate puts new demands on teachers and students. The communication tools of the 21st century require a rethinking of our 19th century educational approach to fully integrate digital tools into the classroom. We must […]