Online Learning: How the Internet Changed School
The internet has revolutionized the way we learn. Students now have access to information and knowledge from around the world at their fingertips, through online databases, videos, websites, and more. The days of picking up a textbook for every subject are long gone. Students now use digital sources for research papers in just about every class. This is not only a positive change because it saves time and money on books but also because it allows students to pursue topics they're particularly interested in without having to worry about being punished by teachers who disapprove of "going off-topic." The Internet has changed schools dramatically over the years as well - giving instructors greater ability to share course materials with students all over the globe and make classes available 24/7 via an online portal. For many people, the internet is their #1 source of information. This blog post will outline some of the ways the internet has changed education as we know it!