Howdy, ONL231 enthusiasts! May I start with how much fun each part of this course was? From the lively meetings to the great discussions with the amazing team members, it was a fun and insightful roller coaster of conversations. This post is more a reflection on ONL231 as a whole rather then a specific topic. […]
Creating an Engaging Blend: Harnessing the Power of Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning
Blended learning revolutionizes the educational environment, incorporating synchronous interaction while providing the flexibility of asynchronous learning. Finding the right balance between these two approaches is key to creating an effective and fulfilling learning experience. “Teachers who focus on the real role of universities – teaching students how to think deeply and critically – and who […]
Grab the Hammer! We are Building Collaborative Learning Communities in the Digital Age
“Our only plan is to improvise.” Daft Punk – Fragments of Time (Ugur, 2021) In today’s connected world, learning is no longer confined to traditional classrooms. Digitally connected communities offer unique opportunities for students to collaborate and participate in social learning. This blog post explores course design strategies that foster collaboration, influence students’ ability to […]
Open-Learning // Blended Future
The combination of in-person and online instruction has become a key trend in higher education, altering how both students and teachers learn. The conventional distinctions between actual classrooms and virtual learning settings are becoming more hazy as technological developments continue to change the face of education. Blended learning is a cutting-edge method that blends the […]
Digital Literacy & Emotions
“So far technology has hardly changed formal education at all. But a lot of people, including me, think this is the next place where the Internet will surprise people in how it can improve things—especially in combination with face-to-face learning.” – Bill Gates (Manzo, Bill Gates promotes e-learning 2023) Heading for Narnia? Technology has been […]