by Beth Knittle, BethKnittle.net
An individual’s learning does not take place online, on a computer, in a library, or in a classroom for that matter. Learning takes place within the learner. The classroom, a learning management system, online resources, books, teachers and other learners are part of the learning environment but are not learning themselves. I continually hear that online classes are not as rigorous or as valuable as a face to face class. I have sat in some pretty useless face to face classes in my day, the same can be said for an online class or two. The delivery method of content is not as important as the content and instruction that is developed and shared. A course should be evaluated on the content, instruction and supports for learning that are part of the class. The delivery method is just one more piece to be considered but should not be the single factor that determines its value and credibility.
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