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7 Mobile Apps that Put Your New Technology to Work
Did you get a new smartphone or tablet (i.e., iPad, Kindle, Nexus) over the holidays? If so, you may already be trying out some of the many mobile apps. Mobile technologies are more popular than ever. The Pew Internet & American Life Project reports "as of September 2012, 45% of all American adults own a […]
Online Education’s Overnight Success
Many recent conversations with friends and colleagues in the industry have revolved around what seems like an overnight shift in the overall acceptance of online education. We've spent years, decades even, swimming against the traditional education stream – risking possible career suicide and enduring disapproval from academic peers – advocating the benefits of online learning. […]
Teacher Loan Forgiveness: What You Should Know Before You Apply
Learn everything you need to know about teacher loan forgiveness before you apply, saving you time and helping you repay your student loans.
A Starter Guide for Veterans Studying Online
Whether you are returning to school after military service or enrolling for the first time with civilian career goals in mind, there's a lot to figure out before you start your first class. I not only made the transition myself, from active duty to full-time student, but also assisted students in my first-year seminar courses […]
Is it Time to Panic in Your Online Course?
It never fails. Every time I teach an online course, I receive email messages from students that read something like this: "I'm really freaking out here!" Over the summer this happened more than usual as problems with the learning management system cut students off before finishing their online exams. In some cases the system submitted […]
How to Shield Yourself from Sophisticated Spam
Every internet user finds spam in their inbox. With each new protection developed by software manufacturers, sophisticated spammers develop ever more authentic-seeming scams to get through firewalls and filters. Knowing how to recognize and avoid spam is as important for surfing the web as defensive driving is for operating a car. Spam Basics Spam is […]
Cast Your Vote! End of Year Awards in EdTech
Chances are if you are reading this post you are no stranger to online resources and include them in your professional development and coursework. More and more eLearning professionals are sharing their expertise and practical advice through a range of media, helping us to do what we do. How can you thank those who influence […]
How to Overcome the Common Challenges of Online Learning
If you aren't familiar with online learning, but are considering all of your education options, it's important to factor in the benefits and challenges as you make decisions about what will help you reach your learning and career goals. Last year I answered the following question on Quora: What are the most challenging aspects of […]
How to Write and Get Paid in the Web 2.0 Era
As of January 2013, the venerable Newsweek magazine will cease to exist in print form. Is print media dying? The answer remains to be seen, but it is clear that most of us turn to the Internet for information more often than we pick up something in print. Print advertising revenues are down by as […]
10 Advanced Degrees That Are Better Than an MBA Today
There are several advanced degrees that are more in demand and often, more easily accessible than the classic MBA.