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UNIT 3 课时检测(四) Integrated skills
Ⅰ.阅读理解
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These days, quality online learning chances are available to anyone who has an Internet connection.Most educators understand online learning's appeal, particularly for busy students, children with special needs, students attending small schools with limited resources and students who want exposure to educational methods from around the world.Time, space, and geography don't really matter when you're studying online.Students can be a part of a global, virtual learning community, share ideas, and complete homework anytime and anywhere, but this doesn't mean the learning is easier.In fact, online learning usually requires students to think more seriously about their work.It also pushes students to manage their time wisely and take full responsibility for their learning.It will also be of much help to those who don't want to commit to full-time classes.
Michigan Virtual University (MVU) provides online education and training chances for Michigan people.Students who participated in an essay competition supported by MVU cited (引用) many benefits of taking courses online.These benefits included an increased ability to read and follow directions, better time management and greater insight into personal learning styles.
Whatever it is you are trying to achieve educationally, online chances are nearly limitless.Also, virtual students report that the benefits of online learning extend beyond subject knowledge.The focus and communication skills that they learn through online courses will help them stay ahead in the global economy of the 21st century.
There can be little doubt that online learning is here to stay.However, some people point out that virtual learning can never replace the interactive experience of face-to-face learning with a teacher.They add that only in this way can instant feedback be given to help students improve.They also point out that learning in a “real” classroom encourages social skills that cannot be achieved