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Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Creating Connections for Online Learners - Eric Stoller, Inside Higher Ed
Well, welcome to 2016 and the reality of the higher education sector. Online learning is here and it benefits a lot of people. These are committed individuals who are striving to learn more, to earn a credential, and to increase their career prospects. It's true that online learners will not have the same types of interactions as their on-campus peers. However, we need to stop thinking about what's "missing" or "lacking" and focus on what we can do to increase connection and build community via digital channels.
https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/student-affairs-and-technology/creating-connections-online-learners