Proctoring requires a person to oversee students during a test or exam, in order to maintain the integrity of the results. It is a method of keeping cheating on tests to a minimum. Although it is not stated outright in the section on proctored exams, the use of proctors at UoPeople probably stems from their values regarding integrity. The University Catalog (2016) states that the university expects “all students, faculty, staff, and administrators to uphold the highest standards of personal…
is a freedom that everyone should experience and getting your drivers license really is not as hard as you may think. In this article I want tell you three reasons why drivers education classes online are a great way to go. The first reason why learning to drive online is great is because of how affordable it is. I believe that the price range you should go for when looking for an online drivers education course is around $30-$40. Make sure the course is legitimate though and includes…
As a consultant for Cracker Barrel, the first advice I would provide to senior management is to implement a more structured performance management system. While working as a server at this establishment, there weren’t many disciplinary procedures enforced. Employees were able to call in, leave early, or simply not show up for their scheduled shift and were able to return the next day. In my opinion, that gave other employees the impression that if they were to miss work, no consequences would be…
In recent years, learning and communicating online has developed at an astonishing rate and as a powerful tool for communications. Based on my experience in this unit, my role as a consumer, producer, and contributor of information for professional and academic communication has given me prospects to own and influence my personal learning process. Identifying my strengths and weaknesses allows me the opportunities to develop strategies to overcome these prospects. Twenty-first-century literacy…
Electronic Learning: Science Fiction or Science Fact In the past, radio, movies, and television have been blamed for time mismanagement, poor grades, and antisocial behaviors. The new vice facing education is video games. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Brent Conrad, wrote in Tech Addiction magazine, “in a typical day, children consume just over three hours of media (computer, video games, cell phones, etc.) while reading less than 20 minutes per day.” With the apparent overuse of video games,…
herself instead of choosing the traditional classroom based learning. Although both online learning and traditional classroom based learning have their advantages and disadvantages, learners might get more benefits from online learning. By comparing, it can be found that online learning has advantages in autonomy, efficiency, and some other ways. Obviously, many learners are familiar with the style of traditional classroom based learning. Firstly, teachers have already given students the study…
Status Quo The first option in solving these issues is for Winthrop University can continue to operate its distance education in the same current state. The Distance Education policy can continue to be ignored and faculty will be able to continue to facilitate online course with little to no training concerning online pedagogy. Faculty can continue to struggle with online pedagogy and broad training sessions. Students can continue to struggle to grasp online course material and potential enroll…
Every driver that wants to operate a vehicle in Pennsylvania must obtain a valid learner driving permit. To obtain the learner driving permit, you must first pass the Pennsylvania DMV permit test. It consists of several sections including vision, knowledge and road test. The knowledge test is the part where you will be tested on your knowledge about the traffic signs and driving rules. Studying the manual is vital for passing the exam but it is not sufficient. After reading the manual, you must…
Online education has so far been in the limelight of the modern education system. Apparently, this type of education is directly associated with higher levels of learning. The introduction of different courses as well as scholarships attracts a diversified populace across the globe. However, some students cannot manage to attend direct classes due to various reasons like distance or technical challenges (Mayadas et al., 2009). By this virtue, it forces these universities to offer online programs…
Chinese students in Canada? RQ 2: What barriers and opportunities do Chinese international students’ face when accessing health care related information/services by using Weibo in Canada? The Role of “Virtual Community” The data results illustrated that Sina Weibo could be recognized as one “virtual community” for its’ users during their communication…