by Pamela Wirth, eLearning Industry
For most undergraduate students, one or more courses classified under the Natural Science category are required for degree completion. For non-science majors, this can bring on an impending sense of dread and boredom before the course even begins. Especially for many older, returning students, it may have been many years since they have taken a basic biology or chemistry course. By personalizing the online environment for each student, the instructor increases the chance for engagement and motivation for even the most challenging of courses. For more tips on ways to motivate adult learners (applicable to all disciples) see Christopher Pappas’ article 17 Tips to Motivate Adult Learners.
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