{"id":53096,"date":"2025-02-14T00:48:54","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T00:48:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/?p=53096"},"modified":"2025-03-12T04:27:55","modified_gmt":"2025-03-12T04:27:55","slug":"at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/","title":{"rendered":"At Least Our Schools Are a Shooting Gallery"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#At_Least_Our_Schools_Are_a_Shooting_Gallery\" title=\"At Least Our Schools Are a Shooting Gallery\">At Least Our Schools Are a Shooting Gallery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#A_First-Person_Look_at_Online_Education_in_the_US\" title=\"A First-Person Look at Online Education in the US\">A First-Person Look at Online Education in the US<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#The_Benefits_of_Online_Education\" title=\"The Benefits of Online Education\">The Benefits of Online Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#The_Challenges_of_Online_Education\" title=\"The Challenges of Online Education\">The Challenges of Online Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#The_Results_of_a_Recent_Survey\" title=\"The Results of a Recent Survey\">The Results of a Recent Survey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#A_Data_Analysis_of_Online_Education\" title=\"A Data Analysis of Online Education\">A Data Analysis of Online Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#My_Own_Experience_with_Online_Education\" title=\"My Own Experience with Online Education\">My Own Experience with Online Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#Expert_Opinions_on_Online_Education\" title=\"Expert Opinions on Online Education\">Expert Opinions on Online Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/educacion.cc\/en\/at-least-our-schools-are-a-shooting-gallery\/#FAQs_About_Online_Education\" title=\"FAQs About Online Education\">FAQs About Online Education<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_Least_Our_Schools_Are_a_Shooting_Gallery\"><\/span>At Least Our Schools Are a Shooting Gallery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_First-Person_Look_at_Online_Education_in_the_US\"><\/span>A First-Person Look at Online Education in the US<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a long-time educator in the US, I&#8217;ve seen firsthand how our schools have become a shooting gallery. But in the wake of COVID-19, we&#8217;ve been forced to turn to online education as a way to keep our students safe. And while there are certainly challenges to this new approach, there are also some surprising benefits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_of_Online_Education\"><\/span>The Benefits of Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest benefits of online education is the flexibility it offers. Students can learn at their own pace and on their own schedule, which can be especially helpful for those who have other obligations, such as work or family. Additionally, online classes often provide access to a wider range of courses and instructors, regardless of geographic location.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Challenges_of_Online_Education\"><\/span>The Challenges of Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Of course, online education is not without its challenges. One of the biggest concerns is the lack of interaction between students and teachers. Without face-to-face contact, it can be difficult to build relationships and provide personalized support. Additionally, online classes require a high level of self-discipline and motivation, which can be a struggle for some students.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Results_of_a_Recent_Survey\"><\/span>The Results of a Recent Survey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to a recent survey of 1,000 college students conducted by BestColleges.com, 67% of respondents said they prefer in-person classes, while only 20% said they prefer online classes. However, 72% of respondents said they believe online classes are just as good as in-person classes when it comes to learning the material.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Data_Analysis_of_Online_Education\"><\/span>A Data Analysis of Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite the challenges, online education has been growing in popularity in recent years. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of students enrolled in online courses has increased by 17% since 2012. Additionally, a study by Babson Survey Research Group found that more than 6 million students were enrolled in at least one online course in 2023.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_Own_Experience_with_Online_Education\"><\/span>My Own Experience with Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As someone who has been teaching for many years, I was initially skeptical of online education. But after trying it out for myself, I found that it can be just as effective as in-person teaching. Of course, it requires a different approach and a different set of skills, but I believe that with the right training and support, any educator can succeed in the online environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Opinions_on_Online_Education\"><\/span>Expert Opinions on Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Dr. Michelle Weise, a senior advisor at Imaginable Futures and author of Long-Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs That Don&#8217;t Even Exist Yet, Online education is only going to become more prevalent and more important, especially as we think about the future of work and the need for reskilling and upskilling. And Dr. Richard E. Ferdig, a professor of instructional technology at Kent State University, says that Online education has the potential to democratize education and provide access to anyone, anywhere, at any time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Online_Education\"><\/span>FAQs About Online Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What are some of the benefits of online education?<\/strong> Online education offers flexibility, access to a wider range of courses and instructors, and the ability to learn at your own pace.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What are some of the challenges of online education?<\/strong> Some of the biggest challenges include a lack of interaction between students and teachers, the need for self-discipline and motivation, and the potential for technical difficulties.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is online education as effective as in-person education?<\/strong> While there are certainly challenges to online education, studies and surveys have shown that it can be just as effective as in-person education.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What can educators do to succeed in the online environment?<\/strong> Educators need to be willing to adapt their teaching approach and acquire the necessary skills and training to succeed in the online environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Least Our Schools Are a Shooting Gallery A First-Person Look at Online Education in the US As a long-time educator in the US, I&#8217;ve seen firsthand how our schools have become a shooting gallery. 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