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?? Online learning should empower students to take ownership of their learning. Explore how virtual education can foster independence on this episode of Why Distance Learning? with Caleb Smith. ?? Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gDD5utev ?? Stay updated: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) #EdTech

?? Is there a substitute for expertise? Can AI replace the human element in creative pieces? In this episode of Why Distance Learning? Caleb Smith, a professional musician and experienced online music educator, shares his take on AI in the creative process—how it supports, but doesn’t replace, artistic expertise. ?? Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gDD5utev ?? Stay updated: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) #AIinEducation

?? From new tech tools to innovative pedagogy, online platforms empower students and educators to grow, collaborate, and thrive. ?? Watch this week's episode of Why Distance Learning with Caleb Smith: https://lnkd.in/gDD5utev ?? Stay updated: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #EdTech Powered by Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC)

?? Can students learn to play an instrument, develop musicality, and engage in meaningful arts education virtually? In this episode of Why Distance Learning, Caleb Smith, a professional musician & experienced online educator, explains how technology expands access to music instruction. Hear how he adjusted his teaching approach for the online space & why local educators are key partners in virtual music programs. ?? Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gDD5utev ?? Stay updated—join our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) #OnlineEducation #MusicLearning

?? AI is a challenge and an opportunity for education. At AI Portland, educators explored what this means for schools today. Watch this Make It Mindful episode and dive into the conversation. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/ghsSxs26 ?? Stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #AIinEducation

??? AI is transforming education, but no one has a clear roadmap. Teachers feel the weight of this shift as they guide students through an uncertain future. At AI Portland, educators tackled the big questions: Who owns AI in education? What’s next? This Make It Mindful episode captures the key moments from that discussion. Watch the clip, then dive into the full conversation. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gYg7MXq2 ?? Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #AIinEducation

?? As AI impacts education, the role of teachers is more essential than ever. In the crossover episode with AI Portland, Seth Fleischauer and guests Nicole Mors and Megan Noratre tackle the question: How should AI be integrated into learning? Some see promise, others see risks—but all agree that strong teacher guidance is critical. Join the conversation in this special episode of Make It Mindful. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gYg7MXq2 ?? Stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #AIinEducation #EdLeadership

??? What is the key difference between pandemic-era remote learning and proper online education? Choice. Students, families, and teachers in online and blended programs actively opt in, shaping learning experiences that work for them. In this episode of Why Distance Learning, John Watson, founder of DLAC, challenges misconceptions about online education and explores how choice and innovation shape its future. Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gziDZkDR ?? Stay updated—join our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #DistanceLearning

?? Every student deserves the chance to discover their strengths and build a future that fits their goals and interests. John Watson (DLAC) joins Why Distance Learning to talk about the power of online learning in guiding students to success. Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) ?? Listen now: [https://lnkd.in/gziDZkDR ?? Stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #PersonalizedLearning

?? Personalization in education isn’t just about surface-level choices—it’s about building understanding and trust. ??? In this episode of Why Distance Learning, John Watson, founder of DLAC, discusses barriers to genuinely personalized learning and how online education can break through and create meaningful student experiences. Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gziDZkDR ?? Stay updated—join our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gbVKbX5K #DistanceLearning