Educational connectivity improvements imply that each of the stakeholders – students, teachers, parents, industry and government – are provided with relevant connectivity; and larger numbers are bought into the connectivity fold.
With the improvement in digital connectivity, a larger number of students can now be accommodated in the academic umbrella. Although in urban areas the lack of connectivity may not pose much of a challenge, connectivity or a lack of connectivity for children in the remote areas is a major problem in providing education. Bringing institutions, teachers, parents, government and industry together on one platform means that the quality of education improves along with the expansion of the people covered by educational programs.
Improvements in connectivity mean children can participate in virtual classrooms and stream lesson materials to them without having to be physically present at a school or facility. For the students, especially those living in the remote areas of the country, remote classrooms could not have been here sooner. This gives them better access to the best faculty, participate in online workshops and collaborate with students from different parts of the country and the world.
Currently, most rural children rely on either wireless connectivity or patchy internet options to access quality education and research opportunities. This scenario is expected to see a massive change quickly with the National Broadband Network. This will enable a paradigm shift in the availability of connectivity and broadband access, thereby enhancing educational activities. Connectivity improvements also contribute to better collaboration between institutions, students and faculty. Thus, it is actively proven that connectivity greatly enriches and stimulates the learning environment. The need for an hour would be to improve learning environments, provide better exposure for students, and provide enhanced connectivity options to facilitate both.
Various governments around the world are trying to improve the connectivity paradigm. Education and educational activities are a key focus of the National Broadband Network, with thousands of students from Australia’s most remote corners now set to become part of the digital landscape.
Educational institutions will be entering this space quickly and will need to take advantage of ever-improving connectivity options. Newer teaching and learning methods need to be developed as a greater number of students will be present virtually than physically. Connectivity will provide students with a great tool to expand their learning and share their worldview. Students can benefit greatly from improved access, expanded digital libraries and virtual content.
Overall connectivity improvements will greatly improve learning opportunities and environments. Not only do students learn better, but it also helps to have a better connection with parents and other stakeholders. Improved connectivity inside and outside educational institutions aims to broaden learning horizons.
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