How watching Twitch video game streamers changed the way I think about online learning

Video game streamers (live broadcast) are a new form of entertainment media that has swept the globe with millions of streams and viewers, with some games reaching in the billions of views. Streamers can serve as a powerful model for online teaching and learning, what can we learn from these pioneers?

Online Learning, EngagementBill Simmalavong15 August 2020Online Learning, Technologies, Communities, Innovation, Video Games

Getting your students involved and talking online

Spending time investing in your online community can pay huge returns in getting students engaged and interacting. Learn some strategies and ways of thinking about the online environment that can build your toolkit to deal with the rapid adoption of online.

Engagement, Online LearningBill Simmalavong25 July 2020Online Learning, Connection, Communities, Student EngagementComment