eLearning is just the beginning! Innovative Learning is eLearning and so much more!
What Is Innovative Learning? What Is eLearning? What Does Innovative Learning Mean To You?
eLearning
Innovative Learning
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Generally when people think about eLearning they envision online learning aka web-based learning, or distance learning. But eLearning also encompasses everything from computer based learning including DVDs, desktop apps, and Cable TV, to smart boards, and now mobile devices and apps. eLearning makes learning accessible anytime, anywhere, provides life-long learning opportunities, and complements or provides alternatives to traditional learning environments such as classrooms, homes, libraries and workplace settings.
While eLearning is being recognized as a cost effective tool to transform education, provide workplace training, and enable life-long learning, eLearning is also providing cost effective solutions for business development including sales and marketing presentations, customer and investor relations, technical support and product training, collaboration and online meetings, project management, and much more.
These technologies enable applications such as:
Virtual classrooms
Digital curriculum
Simulations
Game based learning
How-to' videos
Augmented reality
Virtual laboratory experiences
So much more
And communication and collaboration technologies such as audio/video/web conferencing, social media, and streaming media such as webcasting and podcasting, provide convenient access to:
Worldwide communication
Online meetings
Events
Workforce development opportunities
Innovative Learning encompasses new ideas and technologies such as:
eLearning & Blended learning
Open Education Resources
Digital curriculum
Innovative learning spaces
Mobile learning
Individualized self paced learning
Competency/outcome based education
Flipped classrooms
Adaptive learning models
Data analytics and assessments
Innovation Labs/Makerspaces
3D printing
Coding
Project based learning
Robotics
Game based learning
Virtual lab experiences
STEM Education
Manufacturing
Career & Technical Education
So Much More
What Does This Mean For Education - Planning For Innovative Learning
While there are exciting innovations in Education, what does all this mean for K-12 School Districts, Universities, Community Colleges, Libraries and Community Organizations? What is the impact on: