Extending the Virtual Classroom

The LMS of today is too confining a virtual learning environment. Such closed systems lock out all but those officially enrolled in the course. The emerging LMS needs to accommodate others in addition to students and faculty, allowing learners to benefit from interaction with a broader network and community of practice. Last semester, as part [...]

My Spanish Language PLE

On the last day of late registration the thought occurred to me that I might register for a Beginning Spanish class, but then I remembered what a pain in the ass it was the last time I wanted to sign up for a single course. Admittedly, if it wasn’t just a spur-of-the-moment decision, if I [...]