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Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning

Neo LMS

If the shift to using edtech as an integral part of teaching can be eased with various tutorials, ‘train the trainers’ sessions and continuous support from vendors on how to use a certain digital tool or another , educators have to manage an even more challenging one: the shift from synchronous to asynchronous teaching and learning.

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How We Began Online Learning Successfully

The CoolCatTeacher

As I shared in the book I co-authored, Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds , if you are invisible online – YOU DON’T EXIST to others in the space. We have to connect and learn. ” Virtual means “almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition.”

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Blended Learning: Designing with Balance in Mind

Catlin Tucker

Blended learning is “active, engaged learning online combined with active, engaged learning offline to give students more control over time, place, pace, and/or path of their learning.” Students must share the responsibility for learning.

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How not to write about HyFlex or online learning

Bryan Alexander

Today’s case in point is an odd article in Insider Higher Ed. “ HyFlex Is Not the Future of Learning ” starts off by complaining about that form of teaching, then becomes a general complaint about online learning. Next he praises the on-campus experience, in contrast to online learning.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

Research note: As Wall (2021) indicates, there is a definite connection between trauma and student behavior as well as student learning. Even when connecting at a distance instead of in person, we can all benefit from learning some skills to connect with students on an emotional level, even while delivering classroom instruction.

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How to make competency-based education possible through an intelligent learning platform

Neo LMS

By switching to a learner-centered teaching model and enabling students with the tools they need for efficient individual learning , teachers can tackle low engagement issues. Here is where online learning technologies such as ILPs step in. Improved confidence and self-assessment skills.

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4 Reasons why an LMS is a perfect solution for digital minimalism

Neo LMS

An LMS has the advantage of being the gate for all activities: class management, teaching, assessment, extra-curricular events, etc. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning. In this case, less is definitely more. One place for all stakeholders.

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