Tips From the Pros: Five Captivating Assignments for the Online Classroom

Traditional academic papers often undermine motivation by failing to show students the real-life applications of their subject. But with a little thought, you can craft assignments that add pizzazz across multiple areas of study. These activities provide students with opportunities to think more critically, analyze cases, recognize the impact of technology on their field, engage in ethical issues, and get more excited about the subject.

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