Exploring New Paradigms in Education

One of the greatest tools to aid student learning in any subject is feedback. By pointing out areas of strength and those that need correction, students can adjust and gradually improve their application of knowledge and critical thinking. Another benefit of feedback is to motivate students to be more reflective about their progress (Ion et al., 2016). Although a percentage, letter grade, or pass/fail is a basic form of feedback, such a simple critique leaves the student w

Gone are the days when Socrates’ students would sit at the feet of the master soaking up their lectures. Students in the modern world prefer student-centered learning activities which promote critical thinking, collaboration, and active engagement. Because students can access information on their own through technology and widely available education resources, instructors are no longer gatekeepers of knowledge. In contrast, instructors utilize their knowledge of technology,

Social media is prevalent in the lives of students, whether they are in high school or higher education. Social media is defined in several ways. A social media network allows participants to create a profile, connect with friends and acquaintances, add original content or share content of other users, and react to posted content (Cooper, 2025). Social media typically consists of user-generated content and is highly interactive. Figure 1. Social Media [Digital Image]. No