As of 2013, more than a million veterans have taken advantage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill to pursue their higher education degrees, and that number has steadily increased over the
Veteran service members come with various ‘hard’ skill sets learned during service and are as varied as their backgrounds. Likewise, their ‘soft’ skills, like leadership, organization, communication, and team-based problem
Teaching online classes can sometimes feel overwhelming due to the numerous tasks required to engage with students and manage your responsibilities effectively. Here are some quick tips for time management
In an online course, the feeling of connection—known as “presence”—plays a key role in students’ success and satisfaction. It helps break the isolation of online learning by fostering meaningful interactions with
When thinking about how to enhance engagement in online classrooms, instructors often focus on making the material more exciting. They may wonder, “Should I add videos or interactive lessons? Can
Research shows that having a strong instructor presence in online courses can make a big difference in student success. One simple way to boost your presence? Hold synchronous office hours.
There are two key introductions for every online course: your personal intro and an introduction to the course. Below are some things to think about as you organize and script
Research consistently shows that in an online environment, building a sense of community is crucial for keeping students engaged and preventing feelings of isolation (Tayebinik & Puteh, 2012). Icebreaker discussion
In an online classroom, a discussion board one of the most important tools for creating engagement and fostering learning. When used effectively, discussion boards can be a powerful way to
The 2024 Voice of the Online Learner report is now available. Nearly 3,500 online students—2,460 from Risepoint-supported programs and 1,000 from other online programs—were surveyed for the report. Voice of
Rubrics are an essential tool for any instructor, but they become even more powerful in the context of online courses. Building an effective rubric requires clearly outlining criteria, levels of student
Reaching out to students early and often before a semester begins and throughout the first week of class makes a major impact on students’ success.
Students will be using AI this school year and with learners suggesting that nearly 70% of schools have not integrated
The dynamics of communication between instructors and their students have changed significantly over the last couple of decades. Before the
In an accelerated online program, weeks fly by quickly. For adult learners who balance work, family, and school, the pace
Online learners are navigating a rapidly evolving professional and educational landscape. In the 2025 Risepoint Voice of the Online Learner
Time on task is the amount of time that learners spend, with both direct and indirect instruction, engaged with learning
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