There’s no denying that Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) is a challenging course. Even the most dedicated students can find the lecture and labs overtaxing. It’s not surprising that many struggle, and many don’t make it through. In fact, a new report from the Human Anatomy & Physiology Society found that nationwide, A&P attrition rates are…
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We’ve all turned to Do-It-Yourself crafts and repairs to save a little money … only to have it completely backfire. Maybe the first time you tried to dye your hair at home, you wound up with bright green locks you had to creatively cover up until you could get in at the hair salon. Maybe…
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Student success doesn’t mean what it used to. More than a passing grade or a strong essay score, the modern higher education experience has been transformed by technology. Today, a student’s online education experience is just as important as their experience in the classroom. Each year, the Online Student Success Symposium (OS3), sponsored by Strada…
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Today’s educators are asked to balance traditional approaches to education with emerging technology, all in the name of satisfying student demands. In response, many institutions have turned to digital learning to give both students and teachers an alternative to the traditional, on-campus classroom. Whether you’re fired up about the possibilities digital learning presents or you’re…
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The incoming freshman class next year were in kindergarten when the first iPhone came out. Social media has always existed in their world. They’re more than digital natives; they’re mobile-first and always connected, born floating in a sea of information. That environment has shaped the way they learn in unique and fundamental ways. It makes…
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The demand for online learning courses continues to rise. In fact, a recent survey revealed that a whopping 74% of four-year universities said demand had increased from 2016 to 2017. However, just 43% said they would be increasing their online learning budget in response to demand. That second number is disheartening, but not surprising. Anyone…
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Medical terminology courses introduce students to the language of science and medicine, covering topics like anatomy, physiology, pathology, diseases, diagnosis, and much more. But the way students prefer to learn this information continues to change as technology evolves. Today, students expect more from their classroom experience — whether online or in person — and the…
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To compete with early-adopting institutions and increase student enrollment numbers, many institutions are refining their online learning offerings. Online courses can save money, increase enrollment, and even optimize FTE/SCH — but not all online courses are created equal. Before you add medical terminology online courses to your department homepage, make sure you’re using a vendor…
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Digital learning is slowly but steadily changing the business model for higher education. Researchers at Arizona State University and the Boston Consulting Group found that online courses can improve retention and graduation rates, all while saving students time and money. And, online courses attract a more diverse pool of students, including more older students, women,…
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Online learning in higher education has no shortage of benefits for students. Online courses are more accessible, easier to fit into a work schedule, and tend to be more cost-effective. These benefits aren’t just for students, though. A study on online learning from ASU discovered that online courses can save institutions 3%-50% in operating costs.…
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