Online Learning

Gear Up for Online Learning Trends

Online learning is making it possible for more people to advance their education with flexibility and affordability. With as many as 3 million students enrolled in online degree programs and 6 million taking at least one online course, demand for distance learning is at an all-time high.

The preference for remote learning is easy to understand: It satisfies modern lifestyles — and budgets. It also overcomes the challenges of traveling to a fixed location to receive one-size-fits-all instruction, while offering anytime, anywhere, customized coursework that fits today’s hectic lifestyles.

Sixty percent of employers say online learning is as good as or better than campus-based programs and 62% of academic leaders say it’s as good as or superior to face-to-face instruction. The benefits of remote learning are clear:

·         For professionals: Online learning is a convenient way for workers to enhance and build new skills to satisfy industry demands for niche technical skill sets or to advance their careers.

·         For students: Flexibility in where, when, and how they learn helps to promote better student outcomes and remove financial and geographical barriers to educational goals.

·         For educators: Teaching more students from a centralized online location lets educators widen their reach, while promoting the use of digital tools to advance learning objectives.

Accelerate Online Learning with Mobile Tech

Online educators and students must collaborate via email, discussion boards, and video chats. Notebooks like the HP ProBook x360 11 G2, powered by the Intel^® Core™ i5 processor, are configured with lightweight form factors, integrated security, and Windows 10 operating systems to support online learning programs. Here are four ways mobile technology supports distance learners:

1. Portability

Lightweight devices support on-the-go learners with technology that’s easy to transport from home to office or library. Today’s notebooks weigh as little as 2.4 pounds, while extended battery life keeps students productive in remote locations. Devices tested for MIL-STD compliance can withstand rigorous mobile use.

2. Collaboration

High-quality conferencing tools — from webcams to premium speakers, and audio to noise cancellation — are critical for online collaboration. Likewise, interactive display features like touchscreens and PC-to-tablet convertible form factors help students engage more deeply with content.

3. Security

Secure authentication and access control safeguards student data and identities from unauthorized access. Devices built with biometrics and privacy screens can mitigate online and visual hacking risks that can come from using devices in public places and shared WiFi networks.

4. Connectivity

Devices configured with new-generation wireless adapters reduce downtime when accessing cloud-based learning management systems like Blackboard and Google Classroom. Bluetooth and Near Field Communication simplify information sharing and connectivity. For more secure access, integrated broadband can eliminate reliance on public WiFi.

Sehi Computer Products, an HP Platinum Partner, supports online learners and educators with notebook PCs configured for portability and productivity. Contact us via email or call to learn more about innovative solutions for education from HP.

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