Learning Technology Through Technology
By David on Mar 18, 2008 in Learning
Technology is everywhere. It is all around us. And if you’re not able to use it properly, you are at a real disadvantage compared to those who can.
The good news is that the technology you’re using right now to read this article is perhaps the most powerful teaching medium there is.
The Drawbacks of Other Mediums
Other teaching mediums don’t offer the flexibility and freedom of the interactive online environment.
- Books are a one-way flow and there is no opportunity to get clarification from the author. If it wasn’t included in the book, you’re on your own.
- Books don’t offer any VISUAL education. Written word can only get you so far.
- School classes can be VERY pricey.
- Classes impose both a schedule and a learning style on the student.
The Internet Is Best
As opposed to those other ways of learning, the Internet provides freedom of time, freedom of choice in learning styles and the ability to interact with other students and the instructor at any time and from any location.
And because of the nature of how content is deployed online, interactive education online can be offered much much cheaper than anything in the offline world.
But, what are others saying?
“The Internet and the countless possibilities associated with the Internet are quickly reshaping the way we conduct business, and redefining the way we relate to one another” - Neilson Media
“The single biggest advantage in online learning programs is interactivity they offer.” - US Distance Learning Association
“Online learning enables student-centered teaching approaches. Every student has their own way of learning that works best for them. Some learn visually others do better when they “learn by doing.” - from 15 Reasons To Learn Online
“Learning plays a central role in our everyday lives and online learning offers a cost effective method to deliver a wide variety of subject material at a very low cost.” - HR Management
PCMech EDU is not an expensive online university. PCMech EDU is maintained by real people who employ technology in the real world. It is about applying the benefits of real online learning to learning real-world solutions.
And true to the online way of learning, EDU can be accessed 24/7. You can converse with other members at any time of the day or night. You can access the learning materials any time. You can converse one-on-one with the instructors. You can access multiple forms of content to suit your particular learning style.
