#Open Learning

[auressea]

https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html

Mental health supports available

Former residential school students can call 1-866-925-4419 for emotional crisis referral services and information on other health supports from the Government of Canada.

Indigenous peoples across Canada can also go to The Hope for Wellness Help Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for counselling and crisis intervention.

Call the toll-free Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or connect to the online chat (Please use Google Chrome).

Truth and Reconciliation Week

This bilingual educational program is open to all schools across Canada. All sessions will be held virtually, allowing classroom participation from across the country and the involvement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. From September 25-30, 2023, registration is required.

@allthecanadianpolitics

[slacktivist]

I Found A Cool Interactive Guide to Learn About Bird Anatomy

All About Bird Anatomy - The Cornell Lab of Ornithology (allaboutbirds.org)

While I'm trying to relearn art, I've mixed in my interest of animals and anatomy by learning to draw skeletons, muscles, feathers and yadayadayadayada. Keeping on track with my pigeon drawing journey. I found this cool interactive website by The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. It's not a pigeon, but a generic bird. Besides the HUGELY OVERPRICED bird lectures (open science ftw), this entire site is super cool and has loads of cool shit about birds. TIL that there are special names for the different feathers on a bird and all parts are as cute as you imagine.

[astronomalyy]

parenting

[dbuodl]

Why Online Learning is the Future: Key Benefits You Should Know

In recent years, online learning has developed from an alternative to an integral part of learning. Due to better technology, more and more people on the web, and changes in attitudes towards traditional learning, online learning has become an important source for students as well as working professionals.

But why is online learning so popular? And what actual benefits does it bring beyond the apparent flexibility? In this article, we will examine the key benefits of online learning and why it is revolutionizing the future of learning.

1. Flexibility and Convenience

Perhaps the largest advantage of web-based learning is flexibility. Contrary to learning in a classroom, web-based courses allow learners to learn on their own pace and schedule. Whether you are working full-time, have family to take care of, or other personal matters, web-based learning assists in accommodating learning into a busy schedule.

You can hear lectures, do assignments, and engage in discussions anywhere on the planet as long as you have an internet connection. This means that you do not necessarily have to move, commute, or change your work schedule in order to pursue your studies.

2. Access to a Wide Range of Programs and Courses

The great advantage is the incredible number of programs available on the internet. From certificates through full degrees, the options are endless. Whether your interests fall in the category of business, medicine, computers, the arts, or humanities, you will be sure to discover an online degree that precisely satisfies your career aspirations and personal interest.

This increased availability provides students from various educational backgrounds and regions the chance to pursue higher education that would otherwise not be available in their regions.

3. Cost-Effectiveness

Distance learning is often less expensive in total compared to learning on campus. Although tuition from some online classes might not be drastically cheaper, students are saving money in other ways:

No commuting expenses

No relocation costs

Reduced need for expensive textbooks (many resources are digital)

Lower miscellaneous fees (like campus facility charges)

In addition, most online education programs provide alternative payment plans, scholarships, and financial aid available that reduce higher education costs. 

4. Self-Paced Learning

Most online courses are self-paced, so you do as quickly or as slowly as you'd like. If you already feel at ease with some of the material, you can move on without waiting for the rest of the class. If you do need extra time to understand a concept, you can review lessons and reading without the pressure.

Self-directed learning equips students with the ability to take control of their learning experience, and it allows for more intense and personal learning.

5. Developing Valuable Skills Beyond Academics

Online learning doesn't just teach you the subject — it also helps you to acquire essential life and professional competencies. Online learners typically become:

Time management

Self-motivation

Digital communication skills

Problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Adaptability and independence

These capabilities are highly valued by employers and can be significantly helpful to professional development.

6. Learning from Global Experts

As geographical limitations are eliminated by online learning, students have an opportunity to be instructed by globally renowned professors, researchers, and experts. There are a lot of programs that are collaborating with globally recognized institutions and organizations that provide top-notch learning on your screen.

With international exposure, your knowledge and perspective improve even more and, more specifically, turn out really critical in a highly interconnected world today.

7. Customized Learning Environment

Online students can even design a study space that functions best for them. Whether that is a peace-and-quiet spot in your house, your local library, or even the corner of your favorite café, you get to decide where you are most efficient.

Tailoring your learning environment can enhance concentration, decrease tension, and improve your overall performance.

8. Career Advancement Opportunities

Most professionals seek online education to develop their skills, obtain certifications, or finish degrees that can lead to promotions or a new job. Online education enables you to work while studying, so you don't need to suspend your career.

Additionally, demonstrating the ability to manage work and study at the same time can be an attractive quality to employers, highlighting your dedication, ambition, and work ethic.

9. Immediate Application of Knowledge

Online learning tends to focus on practical skills and applications. Most courses are structured to impart skills that can be applied directly in your present job or personal endeavors.

This direct applicability makes learning more meaningful and enables students to realize the relevance of their education in the moment.

10. Better Work-Life-Study Balance

Conventional degree routes can make balancing work, life and study very difficult. Online study provides an answer to this as it enables students to plan around their other commitments.

Regardless of whether you're a working professional, a parent, or someone following multiple interests, online learning allows you to keep educating yourself without giving up other essential aspects of your life.

Conclusion

Distance learning programs have changed the very perception of learning itself. It offers unmatched flexibility, accessibility, and personalized learning that traditional education models are often not capable of providing. Beyond the classroom, it enables critical life skills and the ability of the learner to professionally and personally grow.

As technology advances and the world economy evolves, online learning will inevitably become more of the norm. For anyone wanting to upskill, career shift, or simply learn for its own sake, online learning is a smart, efficient, and extremely rewarding option.

If you are looking to continue your education, exploring distance learning options can be one of the best decisions you will ever make.

[open-learning-academy]

Open Learning Academy

Open Learning Academy is your gateway to flexible, high-quality education designed to fit around your life. Offering a variety of online courses and programs, the platform empowers students and professionals to achieve their goals at their own pace. With a focus on practical knowledge and real-world skills, Open Learning Academy makes learning accessible for everyone, everywhere. Start your journey today at Open Learning Academy and unlock new opportunities for growth and success!

[batgirlteeth]

hey, trans girl whos looking to be more social! self-deprecation wont make u more relatable and funny i assure you! if you want people to like you, theyll be drawn to the qualities you like about urself! and you dont have to apologise for you presence anymore babe, youre allowed to be here. people will want you around if you want to be around yourself. youve gotta be your own best friend

[egophiliac]

don't think I'm not still obsessing over 7-12

[bacchuschucklefuck]

january month of yuugi

[fevekko]

🏹🐦💘 happy holidays from your favorite super-heroes!! 💘

(i am not late today is the 25th everyone please shh)

fanart inspired from @kitsuneisi and @xmaruu11 's DDVAU! my brain is so rotten with these two silly gooses...

[moonssnail]

Piranesi concept art!

I hadn’t seen anyone really tackle the drowned halls yet (as far as I know) so I thought I’d take a crack at it to practice painting environments

[hazelcallahan]

Hating you... I've hated myself. I just don't have the energy for it any longer.

[stndistanceeducation]

Distance education & learning center in Mohali Chandigarh. Distance education MBA, BBA, MCA, MSC-IT, MA correspondence courses in Chandigarh, Mohali, Himachal Pardesh, Ambala & Dera Bassi.

Distance education & learning center in Mohali Chandigarh. Distance education MBA, BBA, MCA, MSC-IT, MA correspondence courses in Chandigarh, Mohali, Himachal Pardesh, Ambala & Dera Bassi.

[poorly-drawn-mdzs]

Who is this sassy lost child?

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[kittynugg]

okay now this is getting out of hand who gave stan mabel's sweater

there's a time traveler on the loose and they keep giving the youngins of new jersey accessories that arent supposed to exist yet

i dont think he likes pink

anywayyy reblogs appreciated as always, or like it or just scroll past it but if you want anyone else to see this you're gonna have to reblog :>

also i did one of little ford if you're interested shdfksdhkuh

insanity is once again below the cut

what was i DOING the scale was all off

"duhhhh uhhh whats hair"

i figured it out eventually like i always do

gave him a face, it is enrichment

did NOT know what i wanted the pose to be

eventually decided on this despite wanting to give him little dino hands instead because i cannot dra w hands

colored without shading

also i drew most of this with my cat sitting on my shoulders

my back hurty

[amielot]

Sensitive

Bonus:

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