More than a Fad

More than a Fad

By Gary Jason | Solid data show that online learning is effective. One of the most popular proposals for reforming America’s system of higher education—as well as its system of primary and secondary public education—is interactive learning online (ILO). It is also...
New FTU Course: I Am Malala

New FTU Course: I Am Malala

By Publius | Malala Yousafzai is a Pakistani girl who gained world attention by daring to blog about life in a place where freedom is stifled. Can you walk in her shoes? AVERAGE TIME: 1-2 HOURS. 750 IMPACT POINTS. Sign in to www.freethinku.com to learn more about...
Standing Strong

Standing Strong

By Cato | Perhaps you’ve heard the phrase “a picture is worth a thousand words?” Indeed, a recent image that went viral on social media networks and was picked up by national news agencies has demonstrated the reality of this seemingly cliché statement. The photo that...
The Unholy Alliance Against Online Learning

The Unholy Alliance Against Online Learning

By Richard Vedder | I am teaching my college course in American economic history the same way I did 47 years ago, which is similar to the way Socrates taught 2,400 years ago. I am far from unique. There is nothing wrong with this, but the lack of productivity...