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Online Classes vs Traditional Classes – Find the Best for You

learnWorlds

Since the emergence of online learning, there has been a discussion on whether online classes are better than traditional classes. This blogpost indicates the real potential of online learning versus traditional classes. Online Classes Pros & Cons. Traditional Classes Pros & Cons. Table of contents.

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Class Size – Part I – Class Sizes Continue to Grow in U.S. Schools

Jigsaw Interactive

If there’s one thing educators are sure of, it’s that class sizes can really make or break a school year. When class sizes are too large, teachers are barely able to complete the basics like creating assignments, grading, and managing the classroom. There are many states that have class sizes far above this figure.

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Summer 2008: Learning in 3D Class

Kapp Notes

So the second week of the summer Learning in 3D class was exciting. Matt and I have teamed up at several conferences as co-presenters (see ASTD TechKnowledge 2008, Lots of Fun and Second Life Training Presentation for more details on our presentations) so it was great to team up with him again.

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The Advantages and Disadvantages of MOOCs for Learning

Infopro Learning

MOOCs were first started in 2008, created by George Siemens and Stephen Downs, and was called “Connectivism and Connective Knowledge/2008” or CCK08. Can be used as a tool in a blended learning program, where students can access more information than what is provided in the class. A Brief History. The Disadvantages of MOOCs: 1.

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2008 Summer SL Class Underway

Kapp Notes

Once again I am teaching a class using virtual worlds, this class "Learning in 3D" will include the use of both ProtoSphere and Second Life. The quick six week class will cover just the basics of navigating in 3D worlds, building a small structure and learning about the different type of environments available.

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Summer 2008 Learning in 3D Class: Four

Kapp Notes

Second Life class last night had to go on without me as I was "in-the-air" to Texas during class time due to the perils of air travel. The class is coming along well and we have a number of machinima videos coming to YouTube by the end of the semester. Overseeing the interesting structures built by students.

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Summer 2008 Learning in 3D Class Three

Kapp Notes

This was an exciting class, we first learned to create note cards and then learning about Learning Archetypes in Second Life which are picking up some momentum. It was an interesting class. __ Catalog of Recommended Books, Games and Gadgets Recommended Games and Gadgets Recommended Books Content Guide

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