The shift to embracing online learning was happening before the pandemic. Most universities were already offering distance learning in some shape or form but doubled down during Covid.
This experience of the past year, while at times uncomfortable, accelerated the discovery by educators and students alike of the many benefits of online learning, including increased accessibility, flexibility, and collaboration. In fact, a 2021 study found that 68% of students are interested in a combination of in-person and online instruction. This demand is one signal that online education has ample room for growth, even beyond the pandemic.
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