According to Wikipedia E-learning (or eLearning) is the use of electronic educational technology in learning and/or teaching. Sometimes referred to as online learning, distance education, internet-based training (IBT), flexible learning, web-based training (WBT) and digital education. These terms refer to the use of modern tools, such as computers, digital technology, electronic media, networked digital devices…
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There is no one size fits all approach to education. When it comes to learning some of us need to see it, some of us need to hear it and some of us need to do it. Whether in a traditional classroom or online program, knowing your learning style is as important as knowing your…
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The landscape of the U.S. workforce has significantly shifted, placing greater emphasis on the need for skilled, educated workers. According to the Georgetown University report Help Wanted: Projections of Jobs and Education, by 2018 the United States will have 46.8 million job openings. Thirty million of these jobs will require some postsecondary education, and there…
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Apollo Research Institute recently conducted a survey of more than 4,400 students in multiple generations that identified unique stress factors that influence educational progress. The report noted, “support from spouses, significant others, faculty members, and staff from an institution’s academic department had the best chance of positively influencing adult learners to continue classes”. The average…
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Military spouses are remarkable individuals. As the husband or wife of a service member, your marriage vows act as a right of passage into the exciting challenge of military life. As you leave the familiarity of civilian life behind, enjoy the feeling of independence and adventure that emerges. Remain flexible, nurture yourself and give your…
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Going back to school is such a unique experience. Even more so with online learning, when your couch is your classroom. Time management suddenly becomes a far more important skill, as you try to balance your life while pursuing your education. The biggest difference between online and on-campus programs is that your schedule becomes your…
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Feel like your military-civilian career transition is moving in slow motion? To accelerate the process and help establish your competitive edge, it is important to not only demonstrate your unique value as a military veteran but also set your specific skills apart from the numerous well-qualified job-seekers that hiring managers are looking at. Although you know…
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Whether retiring after decades of service, returning from deployment or pursuing a new post-military career, view this time of transition as an exciting opportunity to enrich yourself and build off of your military experience. In The Journey Back -Preparing For Transition we discussed the need to start early, self assess, tap your resources and inventory…
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This school year, be the captain of your own ship. Take time to adjust your sails and navigate in the direction that makes you happy. Because at the end of the day, you will never be able to make others happy until you are.
E-Learning aka online learning or distance education has come a long way since its beginnings. Among the many factors contributing to the growth of online learning is student demand. When it comes to higher education students are now opting for programs that offer more flexibility, convenience and cost efficiency. By the year 2019, nearly 50% of…
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As a Military Service Members, we are accustomed to change and adversity, from year long deployments to moving across the globe for reassignment—but transitioning back into civilian life may be the most difficult adjustment of all. After serving your country, finding a place outside of the military can feel like an uphill battle. With some…
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The job market has made a global leap with the evolution of technology, opening up so many portable career options for military spouses. Though this has not always been the case. Back in the day, there were very few careers that were flexible enough for a military spouse to keep throughout the length of her…
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E-Learning, Online Learning, Distance Learning, Student Support