Online learning has grown tremendously in the last few years, but it was on the upswing before the recent pandemic forced many into homeschooling. Now, online higher education institutions have around 2.79 million students enrolled in their programs. And these courses are … Read More
Tips & Tricks
From Passive to Active Learners: How to Foster Engagement in a Virtual Environment
The number of students who prefer courses mostly or completely online has increased by 220% since before the pandemic. However, online-only students are less likely to engage with instructors and classmates than in-person students. In fact, nearly three in five online students say they … Read More
Four Accessibility Tips To Keep In Mind While Creating Fall Semester Content
As an online educator, it’s essential to design lesson plans that your students can follow and comprehend easily, regardless of their background and abilities. It’s also important to be aware of accessibility needs, especially considering that 8 in 10 companies … Read More
Three Ways To Support Your Learners During Exam Period
Exams can be a stressful time for students. When there’s so much to learn for so many different courses, the pressure builds quickly. With the right tools, your institution can ensure that learners feel supported and well prepared going into … Read More
Creating Enriching Experiences for Distance Learning
The wonder of online learning is that it allows learners to engage with information from the comfort of their home, or any other environment, allowing for a truly enriching experience. However, remote learning isn’t easy without the perfect instruments. SoftChalk … Read More
Effectiveness of Using SoftChalk’s Open Education Resources
21st-century educators understand resources and technology are rapidly changing, and the ability to keep up is essential for the educator community. SoftChalk’s Open Education Resources (OER) provide an efficient way for educators to quickly access and reuse educational materials from … Read More