Adult learners are defined as those who may have delayed enrollment in higher education, may enroll as a part-time student, may be employed full-time, and
I admit, my experiences as a student in asynchronous online discussions (AODs) were mixed. In some classes, the instructor never participated, and students either copied
The demand for online higher education is strong, with nearly 61% of all undergraduate and 56% of postbaccalaureate students taking at least one course online
Coming through COVID and having successfully managed the pressure colleges and universities experienced, institutions have found value in flexible course models. The bimodal flexible course model
Many of the conversations I’ve seen about Artificial Intelligence (AI) center on how students might use or misuse this powerful tool. I’ve had my share of
In the age of social media, where ideas are unmediated but often gauged by “likes” and “hearts,” it can be intimidating to try to foster
As the demand for online education surges, especially in the healthcare field, maintaining high standards and competencies should not falter because the delivery of education
Online teaching has become more popular and accessible for students. As such, more instructors are teaching online courses. Asynchronous online courses can create barriers for
The effectiveness of online learning heavily depends on the level of interaction between instructors and students within virtual classrooms. When students are actively engaged, they
Since the pandemic, our student audiences are distant, both literally and figuratively. Anecdotal reports of student disengagement are soaring, and more classes are being offered
