The internet is such a commonplace thing now that it seems silly to even write an article on online learning. Simply insert “online learning” in any search engine and you will find more than you can possibly read in any one sitting.
So yes, online learning is the way to go for millions of people. The convenience is probably the highest rated advantage. Imagine sitting at home and taking a course at any time of day, anywhere in the world. No travelling and traffic to contend with, no class schedules to fit your life around, etc. etc.
You can learn just about anything you want on the internet- from hobbies to graduate degrees.
Here is an easy-to-read summary of why so many people are turning to the internet for their education now: “15 reasons why students like online learning”.
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/education-articles/benefits-of-online-learning.htm
And this is my blatant promotion of my own online classes. I teach a number of subjects at various sites:
Courses include: Introduction to special education
Writing for academic purposes
Theories of child development
Social and emotional learning
The psychology of learning
Understanding developmental disorders
Introduction to counseling
Understanding the adolescent stage of development
Courses include: Understanding the learning process
Social and emotional learning
Child development theories
Courses include: Social and emotional learning
Courses include: Child development
Courses include: Psychology of learning
See, there is indeed a wide range of possibilities for teaching and learning online.
In addition to these sites there are also now a growing number of sites where teachers can host their own classes using the technology offered by these sites. One such that I am trying out is www.wiziq.com
Now you have no excuse for not taking a course online in your spare time.
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1 comments:
it is amazing how fast online schooling got popular. I think its a great opportunity for both children and parents.
Great post. keep it up.
Take care.
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