Teaching & Learning

The field has been around for 75 years, but many still wonder what instructional designers -- who are gaining acceptance in higher ed -- do.

Drexel University gives prospective distance learners a chance to test free an online course.

Many colleges continue to employ handheld clickers, but smartphone apps are gaining ground.

A $20 million project from National U seeks to combine adaptive courseware, predictive analytics and competency-based learning with a goal of better serving adult students.

Beyond offering opportunities to communicate quickly with family, friends and even teachers, texting also provides some intellectual benefits, argue Missy Watson and Madhuri Karak.

By Madhuri Karak and Missy Watson