The aim of this study was to investigate which of three types of video resources, and which additional resources, were preferred by Information Technology (IT) students for learning and exam preparation. We offered three types of video learning resources to support the delivery of a first year undergraduate IT course. We collated quantitative data on […]
August 28, 2020 | Daily News, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Video Technology
One and a half billon students around the world, according to UNESCO, were engaged in remote learning at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. Some students were able to access the Internet to do so, but not all. The majority of students around the world, who have access to smartphones, are able […]
August 27, 2020 | Daily News, Faculty, Faculty Development, Governance, Higher Education, Innovation, Instructional Design, International Developments
The number of online courses in higher education is on the rise. However, empirical evidence elucidating best practices for synchronous online instruction is needed to best implement these courses. The research purposes were to examine synchronous online class sessions to (1) quantify interaction type, frequency, and rate, (2) quantify student engagement frequency, and (3) quantify […]
August 27, 2020 | Daily News, Faculty, Faculty Development, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Interaction, Interaction Analysis
Higher education institutions are increasingly interested in using adaptive learning as an innovative data-driven approach to teaching. The actual use of adaptive learning in courses remains, however, low. This is despite positive attitudes of institutional leaders towards its adoption and promising results of early studies on its effectiveness. This study examines the challenges that prevent […]
August 26, 2020 | Adpative Systems, Analytics, Daily News, Higher Education, Instructional Design
The study aimed to investigate information technology use, attitudes and acceptance before and after the introduction of technology-based work practices in a community-based educational initiative. A convenience sample of Home Visitors was recruited, and a composite survey was used to collect data on participant use, attitudes and acceptance of technology prior to and following the […]
August 25, 2020 | Daily News, Higher Education, Innovation, Technology
In Building Virtual Worlds (BVW), one of four core classes in the Master’s in Entertainment Technology (MET) program from CMU’s Entertainment Technology Center (ETC), students are placed on small teams, with new groups and goals for each two-week round. Working together, they design and build interactive experiences. Carnegie Mellon University
August 24, 2020 | Collaborative Learning, Higher Education, New Programs, Virtual Reality, Virtual Worlds
This article proposes six models of blended online course delivery, ranging from a highly supported faculty-guided model to an independent self-paced model. EDUCAUSE Review
August 23, 2020 | Blended Learning, Daily News, Higher Education, Instructional Design
LMS Selection and Implementation: Michigan Virtual Case Study As more and more schools are adopting the use of digital content to support their online and blended programs, schools and districts are raising the selection and implementation of an appropriate learning management system/platform (LMS) as a top priority. During the 2019-20 school year, Michigan Virtual evaluated, selected, […]
August 23, 2020 | Daily News, Higher Education, Learning Management Systems
Labster gives students access to a realistic lab experience that will let them perform experiments and practice their skills in a fun and risk-free learning environment. Watch the video to learn what Labster can offer. Labster
August 20, 2020 | Daily News, Virtual Lab
Virtual and augmented reality technology is becoming more commonly available within a plethora of environments in which we exist, including educational environments. With advances in technology, and more exposure to its capabilities, there is a greater expectations and reliance on it. However, much of the hardware (and some of the software) which makes this technology […]
August 20, 2020 | Accessibility, Augmented Reality, Cost of College, Cost of Distance Education, Daily News, Virtual Reality