What are we really learning at university?
Photo by Lauren Symbolik-Berger Especially in today’s normal, with remote learning, some students may ask – what are we actually learning in university, and more...
How to stay motivated throughout online courses
As the global pandemic looms over us, it may feel difficult to focus on our university courses In addition to the regular stress of university, there are feelings of anxiety and...
The pros and cons of synchronous and asynchronous learning: which is better?
Photo by Lauren Symbolik-Berger While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about many changes, perhaps one of the most significant changes for students is the newly adjusted...
Laurier’s Orientation Week goes online: How to make the most of your O-Week
Photo by Luke Sarazin O-week, frosh week or orientation week, whatever you call it, is one of the best experiences in university O-Week is where students develop their first...
The positive and negatives of online learning for first year students
Photo by Darien Funk Due to the current state of our country, post-secondary learning has been moved exclusively to online platforms Some of us got a taste of it in the...
Six tips to assist you during Laurier’s first online semester
File Photo Whether you’re going into your first or fourth year, this semester will be unlike anything we’ve ever experienced before It’s completely understandable...
While Laurier and other universities have finished their winter semester, elementary and high schools are still ‘in session’
From grocery shopping to entertainment, everyone is faced with the opportunity of adaptation; and thanks to recent innovations, we are adapting to virtual methods of...
Degrees for Download: online learning and concerns for the future
Your professor is linked to a circuitboard Your professor no longer dresses up in a gaudy shirt and tie, because your professor doesn’t dress up at all Your...
WLU offers first complete online undergraduate program
Wilfrid Laurier University has been making serious advancements in the development of online learning Starting in September 2016, Laurier will be offering its religion and...