2. "The principal goal of education is to create men who are capable of doing new things, not simply of repeating what other generations have done.” Jean Piaget Trends among universities are to expand online learning (online courses) due to economics and convenience.
3. “Online learning has definite advantages over Face-to-Face Instruction when it comes to teaching and learning” (U.S Department of Education June 29th , 2009)
9. Quality Online Instructor TrainingInstitute for Professional Studies Distance Education Adult Learners-Diverse Population Accelerated Program High Quality Online Instructor Training Using Blackboard-learning tools and strategies-tutorials Course Management System (Bb) Navigation, design, and course tools Best Practices Education Quality Accountability Efficiency Effectiveness Foundation for higher thinking Knowledge Training Management Monitoring Support learning and resources Innovative teaching with technology-using advanced technology in teaching Enhanced learning And Performance Assessment and Evaluation of Student learning Faculty use of student feedback to improve course
27. Closing Remarks “People who go online tend to be better paid and better educated than those who do not. They are also more likely to consider belonging to a learning community, group or voluntary organization” “Certainly, the future of technology is difficult to see clearly today, but it will, nevertheless, be one of the greatest revolutions for mankind” New Scientist, 2001, p. 25
