Embracing online learning: The new educational paradigm for a …
WEBEmbracing online learning: The new educational paradigm for a changing world. by Brett Henebery 18 Oct 2021. While many schools have been forced to shift to online mode, new research has identified some key benefits of the digital learning environment. The study of 1,201 Gen-Z students by McCrindle found they were more likely to cite the online ...
Online teaching vs the classroom: The pros and cons
WEBThe pros and cons. Kearney said the transition to online teaching presents unique challenges, not least of which is adapting traditional classroom workflows to digital platforms. “The pace of online lessons tends to be quicker, demanding a reevaluation of lesson timing and content delivery,” he said.
TFA introduces new undergraduate teaching program
WEB1 day ago — TFA introduces new undergraduate teaching program. Teach For Australia (TFA), a national education charity, has announced the launch of an innovative undergraduate pathway aimed at increasing diversity in the Australian teaching workforce. The initiative seeks to address the country’s ongoing …
Grade retention hurts more than it helps, study finds
WEB4 days ago — Consequences and risks. Grade retention was also found to affect mental health. Children who repeated a year frequently experienced shame, isolation, and anxiety. These feelings could persist into adolescence, lowering self-esteem and affecting social skills. Being separated from peers could create lasting emotional challenges.
How GenAI is transforming homework | The Educator K/12
WEB2 days ago — How GenAI is transforming homework. Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is poised to reshape education, particularly homework, though experts have warned against predicting its demise. Instead, they are suggesting GenAI to result in a shift in homework practices, encouraging deeper engagement and …
Remote learning for teachers - what works and what doesn't
WEBRemote learning for teachers - what works and what doesn't. by The Educator 21 Jul 2021. While the return of lockdown was met with a collective groan, the nation’s teachers probably groaned loudest. Just after they’ve moved everything back into the classroom (and made that feel normal), there’s more disruption, and everything must be ...
Attitude is the key to success for online learning
WEBAccording to Dr. Parris several implications arise from this study. "First, there is a need for educators to give greater attention to increasing positive attitudes - Educators’ words and actions about and within online learning environments play a key role in ‘normalising’ the online mode of delivery." “One example would be educator ...
How teachers can help young people evaluate online content in a …
WEBThe findings of the research show teachers needed urgent professional development to help students critically evaluate online content as learners in the digital age, and counter mistrust and misconceptions. Navigating a post-truth world Associate Professor Laura Scholes, of the ACU’s Institute for Learning Sciences and Teacher Education, said “the idea of universal truths has been replaced ...
Students learn better online than in the classroom, new study claims
WEBStudents learn better online than in the classroom, according to research examining the uptick of digital education during COVID-19. The study by researchers from Charles Darwin University (CDU), alongside Holy Angel University in the Philippines, found online learning can increase a student’s short and long-term memory by improving their cognitive capacity.
Landmark study reveals number one factor impacting student …
WEBThe most thorough research to date on classroom best practice has revealed the number one factor that impacts student learning is engaging teaching. The study reveals that factors like homework, small class sizes and a long school day do not have a big influence on students’ learning outcomes.