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Modern school books are more than just words
Once upon a time, public school textbooks were composed mostly of black-and-white text, and only a few pictures. Today’s books, however, are another story — they are colorful and attention-getting, and feature lots of photographs. What’s more, they include online resources and supplemental CD roms. — Public Opinion Online

What exactly is online learning?
Online learning has allowed colleges to meet the needs of today’s student population. Online learning in particular offers flexibility and convenience for learners, as students can access the courses from anywhere at any time. There are weekly deadlines and assignments in most classes, but there are no class meetings to attend at specific times. For people who are working or who are not close to a campus, online courses and programs allow them to further their education and improve their lives. — Daily Globe

Education Connection Releases New Online Degree Learning Tools
Education Connection, a leader in advising individuals who are looking to advance their careers through online education, unveiled its new online degree resources for students. The online degree programs content is a further addition to the career and online education resources available on the Education Connection site. — PR Web

Local colleges are using technology to expand learning
Technology is giving students more ways to learn — and instructors more ways to teach — than ever before. This article profiles how technology is being integrated into classroom learning in different ways at three higher ed institutions: Viterbo University, Western Technical College, and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. — LaCrosse Tribune