Beyond High School - October Edition
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In recent years, online education has undergone a remarkable transformation.
The surge of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) has opened the door to an extensive
range of learning opportunities for learners of all ages. Now, online courses spanning
computer science to art history, and business to biology, are available at our fingertips.
While MOOCs have certainly opened up new possibilities for learning, recent research
suggests that students crave a deeper level of involvement in online classes. Have you ever
felt like in an online classroom, all you were asked to do was show up and complete
assignments? Have you felt like you want to invest more – emotionally, behaviourally, and
cognitively – to make your education more meaningful and interactive? If so, you are not
alone.
For years, researchers have shown that engaging students effectively plays a large role in
predicting learning outcomes and positive learning experiences. And in online courses, this
has proved challenging. While many of us enjoy quizzes, simulations, and gamified
elements in online courses, studies have shown that the absence of face-to-face
interaction can lead to feelings of isolation, disconnection, and a lack of accountability
among students.
But here is some good news. Researchers have begun to explore ways to engage students
better, and they have found that creating supportive and intimate learning environments
is particularly important.
RESEARCH IN FOCUS
STAYING ENGAGED IN ONLINE CLASSROOMS
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