While doing my undergrad, I missed more classes than I attended. Knowing my lectures name or surname was only important when i needed to email him/her. From the get go of University, I felt lost in such a big group and large venues and the only time I was seen in a class was when I had to since a list.
This type of learning made me a much more independent learner and increased my work ethic. I slept until I was no longer tired, worked when i felt like it, did what i liked. I didnt waste my time in a boring class. What other learners didnt understand was, even though i didnt work like they did, i still covered all the material. This type of learning moulded me into a more effective person ( well, i thought i was more effective). Doing my work in this way did not deprive me from the fundamentals, but enhanced it. By being allowed to indulge the material in ways I felt comfortable, i enjoyed education more.
As seen in The Independent Project, the combination of technology and distance learning, delivered excellent results. Through self motivation and the input from learners across the globe, learning took place. So much communication takes place through technology, why deprive education from this benefit? Tech based distance self study has the potential to create a platform where learners feel motivated and show interest in the material.
Even though a lot of critic will arise with this type of learning, one should establish which learning enviroment suits the learner. Some learners are better of alone while other depend on the classroom while absorbing the information from the teacher.
( i go to class now...every single one of them.... i just love seeing my lectures.... and classmates....ooo and i love the education buildings vending machine....it never steals my money....)
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