In a recent article for The Conversation, Alice Brown (University of Southern Queensland) discusses how the move away from in-person lectures may benefit students. Brown explains that online learning improves access to students who may be unable to attend class in person due to factors such as care responsibilities or disabilities, and underscores how online tutorials and recordings can benefit students with different learning styles or English as a second language. To address the concerns about losing connection with others, Brown encourages instructors to ensure that remote learning includes social and collaborative engagement opportunities. Examples of these engagements include structured social time before tutorials, using break-out rooms for group work, and fostering discussions online.
