Jun 15
Instructional Technology Council released the annual Distance Education Survey in March of this year. According to the results, "most programs struggle to recruit faculty and offer additional sections to meet the ever-increasing student demand. Older, non-traditional students are attracted to online classes and degree programs since they fit into their busy schedules to offer a solution for career advancement and/or change". This trend seems to support the concept of SmarterFaculty.
SmarterFaculty (formerly FacultyFinder) is a searchable database where institutions can find qualified, online faculty from a pool of over 11,000 profiles! Searches are FREE and those looking to fill job openings can browse the profiles to find the right candidates. After narrowing down the results, profile unlocks may be purchased. For pricing click here.
Avoiding a massive paper trail or sorting through unwanted emailed resumes, SmarterFaculty saves the administrator valuable time. In addition, SmarterFaculty is convenient allowing unlimited searches anywhere internet access is available. With a unique login, schools can save searches, contact candidates, and share findings with a select group of peers.
May 27
In the annual Distance Education Survey Results published by Instructional Technology Council, trends support the need to address improving student readiness and retention. SmarterMeasure learning readiness indicator is in line with these goals. Measuring personal attributes like time management and procrastination, learning styles, life factors, reading rate and recall, technical competency, and typing speed and accuracy SmarterMeasure provides a complete profile of a student's readiness level to study at a distance.
The survey went on to say programs lack staff and resources to be successful. SmarterMeasure also offers to students remedial helps that assist them in overcoming their weaknesses, while administrators can use the student data to respond to them appropriately.
As enrollments in community colleges continue to grow, retention will be key to maximize on economic impact. Implementing a learning readiness indicator in distance learning orientations will be the smart thing to do! Check out SmarterMeasure today and inquire about a FREE trial phase!
May 11
We are pleased to announce that the new section of SmarterMeasure learning readiness indicator, Life Factors is now available to all current clients. To learn more about how Life Factors can benefit your students and staff, see all the variables, and hear from our president, Dr. Mac Adkins click here.
Apr 29
Alabama is making great strides in education! Through the Alabama ACCESS Distance Learning Initiative, all high schoolers are able to access courses via video conferencing that were once not available. In the recent press release, Mr. Reggie Smith III, President, USDLA Board of Directors and chair of the awards committee, noted that, "The work of Governor Bob Riley and his Alabama ACCESS Distance Learning Initiative team demonstrates and confirms the transformative power of distance learning"." In addition to accolades Governor Riley was honored with the nation’s highest distance learning award for 2010, by the United States Distance Learning Association. Governor Riley is expected to be recognized with his award at the upcoming USDLA 2010 National Conference in St. Louis, Missouri on May 4, 2010. He commented "I'm truly honored to receive this award. In my state, every high school now offers distance learning classes. That has leveled the playing field for our students in a way no other education program ever has before. Now, no matter if they live in an urban, suburban or rural community, our students have access to classes they otherwise would not. It's broadened their horizons and opened up a whole new world of learning opportunity for our students in Alabama". That's what distance learning is all about - availability and accessibility. What an outstanding example!
Mar 17
Think back...where were you 25 years ago today? Well 25 years ago the internet made its debut as being available for public use. This is a significant point in our history! So happy 25th birthday internet!
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