Self-Directed Learning and Augmented Reality: How to Teach Gen Z - Jeffrey J. Selingo, Chronicle of Higher Ed

Technology has been integral to the daily lives of many of today’s teenagers since they were toddlers. But when they come to campus, they’re looking for a mix of virtual and face-to-face learning, says Vickie S. Cook, an associate professor and executive director of the Center for Online Learning, Research, and Service at the University of Illinois at Springfield. That requires a new approach to synchronous learning (at a set time) and asynchronous learning (at your own pace). "This generation doesn’t distinguish between the two," Cook says. Here are some of her tips for developing an effective educational experience for Gen Z. https://www.chronicle.com/article/Self-Directed-Learning-and/244968