| | 1. Preparing for the Collaborative Classrooms of Tomorrow | via AV Network Remember the days of students sitting in grid-like classroom rows with a teacher sitting behind a desk glued to a laptop screen? Those days are going, going, soon to be gone, said Jason Meyer, senior product manager, Epson America. So what’s next? | Why This Matters: From K-12 to higher ed, learning is getting more active, incorporating technologies that engage students differently. As students interact with course content and instructors in new ways, we have to make sure classrooms are appropriately outfitted to facilitate the collaborative and flexible learning models of the future. | | 2. 3 Keys to Introducing Virtual Reality in E-Learning Courses | via Campus Technology Virtual reality (VR) has found its way into the educational space, and by all indications, it’s here to stay. Since VR glasses can be obtained for as low as $10 apiece, cost is becoming less of an issue, although the expensive headsets are still out of reach for many. Nonetheless, the actual applications beyond the “wow, cool” factor are still being explored. | Why This Matters: Want to incorporate VR into an online course? Campus Technology shares tips focused on platform choice, instructional design, and content. | | 3. Arizona State University Offers Students 15 Credits for ‘Semester in Silicon Valley’ | via EdSurge SEMESTER IN SV: Some Arizona State University students will study abroad for a semester this year. Others will choose a destination that’s a bit closer: Silicon Valley. | Why This Matters: This program looks to give students deeper learning opportunities while also encouraging them to embrace entrepreneurship. |
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