TEL Learning Blog
Resources for online learning success and updates on our courses.
5 Reasons Online Learning Could Be Right for You
The traditional on-campus college experience has long been held up as the gold standard for education. However, with technology advancements and students taking more ownership of their education, online learning has developed into a viable, and sometimes better,...
Incorporating an Associate Degree Into Your Student’s Learning Plan
Earning college credit in high school saves students money and shortens the time that they spend pursuing a degree. That’s why many high school students enroll in dual credit programs through their local college, take CLEP tests or AP courses, or find credit options...
Maximizing Success in the Online Laboratory
Prior to 2020, many had never experienced a “virtual classroom.” This included students, teachers, and administrators alike. Of course, in 2020, many learners and educators were thrust into remote learning. Since that point, school districts and institutions around...
How to Make Online Learning More Interactive
While online learning is often referred to as distance learning, a “distant” education really isn’t as distant as you may think. The truth is that as an online learner, there are ample resources available to you that more traditional classroom learners do not have....
How to Make the Right Choice for Your Next Online Course
You know the benefits of taking dual-credit courses in high school: you save money, you build confidence in college-level work, and you don’t have to take College Algebra ever again. But taking a course that’s not for you can be discouraging and can make the...
How Studying History Can Make You a Better Person in Today’s World
“Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it.” This quote, or some version of it, has been the long-time mantra of history teachers facing students who don’t exactly share their passion for the past. Teachers, probably since time immemorial, have held this...
Dealing with Procrastination in Your Coursework (Part 2)
Procrastination is a habit driven by decisions you make about what is important to you. You decide watching one more episode on Netflix is more important than studying for your Econ test. That taking a day trip to the beach is more important than finishing your...
Maintaining Positivity and Motivation in Uncertain Times
If the year 2020 brought you disappointment, disillusionment, and dismay, you’re certainly not alone. The cancellations of favorite traditions and the disruption of normal life brought feelings of negativity and frustration, if not moments of complete melancholy, to...
Dealing with Procrastination in Your Coursework Part 1
You could read this blog post, or you can put it off until later. Procrastination can be a big challenge for students taking college courses. There are many reasons people procrastinate and the reasons tend to vary from person to person. In fact, the same person may...