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

Neo LMS

But there is a trend that goes against the way of life inspired by consumerism, as more and more people decide to live with less: it’s called minimalism. They don’t feel the need to follow trends or buy the newest items. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning. Marie Kondo, anyone?

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Up Next For Higher Ed? Cryptocurrencies, Political Battles and Hybrid Learning

Edsurge

This year, 57 such experts identified social, technological, economic, environmental and political trends influencing the higher ed sector. And unsurprisingly, their reflections underscore dramatic shifts in teaching and learning either instigated or sped up by the pandemic.

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6 Benefits of Immersive Learning with the Metaverse

ViewSonic Education

In the sections that follow, we take a closer look at six of these benefits: UNIVERSE A Metaverse Built for Education Discover now > 1) Immersive learning is very similar to experiential learning Experiential learning is the process of learning through direct experience.

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Why making, coding, and online learning are the real trends to watch

eSchool News

Take a casual flip through this year’s trend-predicting Horizon Report, released today, and you’ll find plenty to get excited about. By contrast, the report’s short-term developments, online learning and makerspaces, have a distinct yesterday’s news vibe about them. Sometimes the panelists get it right.

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Could Coursera Become as Prestigious as Harvard? This Expert Thinks So.

Edsurge

The book looks back on Levine’s long sweep of experience, and uses trends he’s seen firsthand to encourage people to think differently about what might be coming next. One area that needs a fresh definition to fit the times, he argues, is what it means for higher education to be equitable.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

Recently, I had to educate myself on the current trends in helping students who are anxious, depressed, worried, or just need guidance about the future. Research note: As Wall (2021) indicates, there is a definite connection between trauma and student behavior as well as student learning. Learn More.

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