by Julie Dodd

Our class discussion of “Rebooting the academy: 12 tech innovators who are transforming campuses” included discussion of the pros and cons of different instructional approaches.

Can online courses be as effective as face-to-face classes in building community and getting student engagement?

Does the content and purpose of the course determine what is the best delivery method?

Do online courses provide the access needed to allow people to earn college degrees who can’t afford to attend classes in a traditional bricks-and-mortar setting?

The University of Florida is holding a symposium to discuss many of those issues — “Bricks and Mortar in a Digital Age: The Uncertain Future of Higher Education.” The symposium is April 11.

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