Reflecting on our “Zoom” class we had a few weeks ago, I am starting to realize how impactful it is to offer different opportunities and methods to learning, for all my classes, other than this one, it is expected that students commute to campus and attend class in person. Although I understand the benefits to being in person such as building community and connections, I think the flexibility of offering classes on Zoom could be very beneficial. Life is busy sometimes and making it to campus for an hour course doesn’t always make sense. If all classes had the option to take even just 3 classes on Zoom, I believe the flexibility would increase student participation, interest and attendance.
Additionally, Zoom is a great resource for having guest speakers present in classes from wherever they are in the world. I think it is fascinating how much education has changed and the increase in methods, and resources that are now available.
