A Quality Approach To School Funding

Many times it seems that the administration believes the technology itself will improve the quality of the class. Palloff and Pratt remind us that “ technology does not teach students; effective teachers do”(pg. 4). They make the point that the issue is not technology itself, but how it is used in the design and delivery of courses. Too often instructors do not design their lessons to take advantage of the technology presented. Research suggests that the effectiveness of distance learning is based on preparation, the instructor's understanding of the needs of the students, and an understanding of the target population .

After all, students must meet with their instructor and sometimes their classmates at pre-scheduled times. Synchronous means “at the same time.” It refers to a method of education delivery that happens in real-time. This guide will help universities and faculty members understand and embrace the challenge of distance learning. Unfortunately, it can be a challenge for many educators to find the time to create effective online courses.

Become An Instructor?

As well as the demands and challenges outlined above there are clearly many benefits to being a student-athlete. Student-athletes often have positive self-esteem and body image; may have a built-in support network through teammates, coaches/athletic department staff and may feel very connected to the campus community. Transitions such as the move to University can have an impact on a person’s self-perceptions, motivation and moral development.