Category: Discussions & Debates

Utilizing Technology to Stay Happy and Healthy: A Personal Account

by Chana Goldberg • March 31, 2020 • 2 Comments

Technology has become something I’m very grateful for during this quarantine. Technology has gotten a bad rap over the years, particularly in the realm of Education, but it is technology that is allowing many people to continue to work, and keeping people connected in this time of isolation. It’s allowing students like me to not only keep their jobs, but continue to attend classes so that I can earn my Graduate degree. It’s keeping people sane and connected in a way that wouldn’t have been possible in the past.

3 Tech Tools to Increase Participation in Virtual Discussions

by Chana Goldberg • January 29, 2020 • 0 Comments

In this blog post, I want to introduce you to some easy-to-use tech tools have the potential to provide exciting and innovative ways for virtual discussion to take place and increase student engagement. Read below to learn more about three tech tools that can be especially interesting for students: Padlet, Flipgrid, and Yellowdig.

5 Mistakes to Look Out For As An Online Student

by Chana Goldberg • December 31, 2019 • 2 Comments

Online education courses have actually been around for many years now, but in recent years there’s been a marked increase in the quality and quantity of what’s being achieved. Some online educational courses are now easily rivaling and even bettering classroom learning and other traditional methods of education. As a method that is still somewhat unorthodox, and certainly nowhere near as explored as the traditional routes, there are things that you need to be careful about with online studies. So, without further ado, let’s look at some of the mistakes you should be avoiding as an online student.

Do Learning Management Systems Actually Improve K-12 Outcomes?

by Chana Goldberg • December 16, 2019 • 1 Comment

Today, organizations and academic institutes require robust and strategic learning management systems (LMS) that can automate manual processes of traditional tools. Effective learning management systems can empower departments and enable business growth, as well as further educational initiatives.

Seven Reasons Why Online Courses Are the Future of Education

by Chana Goldberg • December 11, 2019 • 2 Comments

Online courses are growing in popularity as they help even people with full-time jobs and children earn a university degree or a training certificate. From flexibility and affordability to interesting content and engaging tutors, web-based learning offers numerous benefits that traditional schools can’t deliver. Due to that, online courses are becoming a key component of the modern education system.

5 Ways Online Learning Can Benefit Special Needs Learners

by Chana Goldberg • December 3, 2019 • 0 Comments

Being able to learn online, either as a supplement for the classroom or as the primary educational resource can be especially beneficial to students who would like to pursue a higher education degree but still require individualized support.

5 Things to Consider Before Taking an Online Course

by Chana Goldberg • November 18, 2019 • 0 Comments

Technology has changed every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. We’ve gone from learning through direct contact to acquiring knowledge from behind a laptop screen. Online courses have revolutionized the convenience and affordability of education. Anyone who has limited finances and time can sign up for any online course that they’re interested in, but they should be sure to carefully consider the following things!

How to Deal with the 5 Biggest Challenges of Online Learning

by Chana Goldberg • November 4, 2019 • 0 Comments

Online learning allows students or professionals to take courses that easily fit with their schedules. It is flexible and easily accessible. With many benefits, online learning still comes with a few challenges. Luckily, these challenges are not insurmountable. Let’s see how you can deal with the 5 biggest challenges.

5 Essential Steps to Study for an Online Exam

by Chana Goldberg • October 30, 2019 • 0 Comments

College is one of the busiest phases of a student’s life. There are so many things to keep in mind and balance that you tend to lose time for other parts of your life. Of course, right now, your studies are your top priorities, but if you ever find yourself cramming for some last minute studying, remember that it definitely will be a difficult task to undertake, but with enough focus and determination, nothing is impossible. To make it easier for you to retain everything that you study, here are some steps that you can take.

8 Assistive Technology Tools for Students with Disabilities

by Chana Goldberg • October 23, 2019 • 1 Comment

The application of technology for disabled students is an exciting new educational approach that is gaining ground. The differently-abled thrive in an environment where they are given access to accommodations that help them learn to the best of their abilities. Assistive Technology, equipment that helps to mitigate learning deficits, helps to make this a reality by enabling disabled students learn in new ways. This article introduces students, parents, and tutors to the fast-growing technological tools positively impacting learning.

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