Educational Conundrum of the Week

Thomas Edison once said, “Just because something doesn’t do what you planned it to do doesn’t mean it’s useless.” What is one technology that you thought you’d never warm up to but have? Have you used it in your classroom? If so, how? If not, why not?

Educational Conundrum of the Week

Students have said that although they would like to use a variety of technologies to submit assignments, time constraints have limited their choice to text (Reaching Students in Online Courses Using Alternative Formats, 2017).  Describe a submission that has stood out and seemingly overcame time constraints.

Educational Conundrum of the Week – Excuses (Valid?) Excuses

We are becoming more accepting of late assignments due to the growing use of technology and subsequent related technical difficulties. In addition, flexibility is a key concept in universal design for learning and can improve learning in the classroom. Share with us your personal stories around flexible learning.

Technology’s Supporting Role in Engaging Students in Higher Education

Fundamentally, technology is here to connect ideas to people, people to ideas and help turn ideas into reality.  Students have ideas and when given the freedom to choose their own medium, their engagement increases leading to better outcomes. In today’s classroom, educators are now more likely to be required to act as guides and facilitators giving … Read more

Educational Conundrum of the Week – Going Mobile

Instructors have mentioned more of their students are accessing their courses on mobile devices but the instructors are unsure if their courses are mobile friendly. Name one aspect of a mobile friendly course in Blackboard, or one aspect that isn’t mobile friendly.