In the world of education, the theory of constructivism follows a simple axiom: knowledge is not passively absorbed—it is constructed, piece by piece, from previously gained knowledge. This means students and learners cannot be passive in their own education; they must be active participants. Principles of Constructivism To better understand
MyEducator MBA Prep resources are designed to help current and prospective MBA students gain the prerequisite knowledge and course credit to become competitive applicants for and students in MBA programs.
Twitter’s transformation into X and its recent policy changes have altered the way researchers and universities can gather data from and interact with the platform.
Michael Swenson is committed to improving the learning experience through research and global experiences.
One size may not fit all when it comes to instruction, but success looks good on everyone. Differentiated instruction is the flexible, adaptable instructional style that finds the middle ground between personalized instruction and universal instruction—tailored to your students learning needs.
Business Ethics: A Practical Approach offers students a comprehensive guide for ethical decision-making in business. It introduces foundational concepts in business ethics and applies them through a series of case studies that reflect real-world challenges.
Digital textbooks are becoming increasingly popular because they can provide accessibility for students with mental and physical disabilities that physical textbooks cannot match. MyEducator is committed to doing our part to make textbooks more accessible for all students.
Coming to the MyEducator catalog is The Future of Work. The objectives of this resource are to accentuate, elucidate, and speculate on trends and events that will define the evolving landscape of work. The Future of Work will benefit both students and instructors by exploring the trends reshaping how we work, why we work, and what work means in our interconnected world.
Remote and in-person students should feel they’re being equally supported by their instructor and engaged with their classmates. These are success tips for mastering dual delivery instruction.
Is social media an effective tool in higher education learning environments? How can it be used effectively in teaching and learning?
Coming to the MyEducator catalog is Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Designing and Managing a Winning Global Network. In a world growing ever smaller and more interconnected, global logistics and supply chain knowledge is becoming ever more important. There has never been a more valuable time for students to learn about the many opportunities and risks associated with operating within the global marketplace.
Looking to boost online students’ engagement and improve their learning experience? Check out these five ways to create effective and memorable online experiences for your students.
Eric Schulz is a marketing giant with over 40 years of experience. And he wants to share it with students and learners everywhere.
Are you a non-traditional student? College can be challenging enough before non-traditional student characteristics such as a long commute, familial status, full-time employment, and late college enrollment come into play. This being the case, at MyEducator we affirm that non-traditional students can achieve success. If you are struggling to meet
MyEducator wants your semester to go as smoothly as possible, especially the first time you use one of our learning resources! Many of our titles include a variety of instructor materials designed to help you integrate your MyEducator learning resource into the classroom.
Learn why virtual labs are being increasingly adopted as a means to effectively train, motivate, and inspire the next generation of scientists and academics.
MyEducator is more than just a company; we’re a community of individuals working to make a positive impact on the world. Our mission starts with making education accessible, but it extends to our dedication to sustainability, social responsibility, and community involvement. Here’s some of the ways MyEducator and its team members are giving back.
MyEducator boasts a meticulous publication process for our educational materials. Working closely with subject matter experts, educators, and program instructional designers, we develop high-quality, engaging content that meets the needs of learners and teachers alike.
Instructors and students benefit from creating a culture of feedback and growth in the classroom. Learn how instructor and course evaluations help foster a culture of feedback and growth.
Our AI-powered TA bot stands out by providing accessibility, interactivity, and support, transforming students’ engagement with their textbook materials.
With MyEducator’s seamless Canvas integration, instructors can provide easy access to course materials all in one place, streamlining the learning experience for students and instructors alike.
With AI on the rise in education, how can we help students understand and adhere to ethical boundaries surrounding the use of AI? Here are some tips from a guest author from STUDOCU.
This post is meant to focus on the final two steps of the AFL process—peer feedback and self-assessment. These two steps focus on the student’s growth and are intrinsic to a successful AFL implementation. The question becomes how to do them well.
What’s new from MyEducator this fall? We are always working on publishing new online learning resources and updating older resources to include new technology and research.
Writing a research paper can be rough. There are so many sources out there and in academic databases. Need help using a database? Here are some helpful hints.
Assessment is the practice of instructors meeting students where they are at; feedback is the tool for helping students get to where they need to be.
The end of a semester is a great time to look at new teaching methods. Why not try a flipped classroom? Look at these pros, cons, and tools for success.
Dr. W. Steve Albrecht is a MyEducator author who is a highly respected professor in the world of accounting education and fraud examination.
Assessment for learning assesses students constantly during the learning process and allows instructors to adapt their instruction to meet students where they are and help them get to where they need to be.
Everyone is talking about ChatGPT, but what else is happening in EdTech right now? Neurodidactics, extended reality, and micro-credentials!
With the constantly shifting supply chain management industry, we can’t overstate the importance of dedicated educators and authors. Wendy Tate and Lisa Ellram, distinguished and award-winning scholars and authors in supply chain management, have teamed up with MyEducator to contribute some of their most insightful knowledge and research to the field of supply chain management.
Coming to the MyEducator catalog later this spring is Sustainability and Risk across the Supply Chain. Written by a world-class authorship team, author lead Lisa Ellram is joined by Stanley E. Fawcett, Carlos Mena, Wendy Tate, Elizabeth Davis-Sramek, and Vince Castillo to create a high-quality resource that will benefit students and
There is a space between confusion and clarity that is bridged only by clear, careful communication. As instructors, bridging that gap is essential. But communication is not always easy. Using successful communication in the classroom means both understanding the styles of communication students may use and practicing the basics of
With the new year and new semester beginning, what better time is there to evaluate your learning goals? Maybe last semester didn’t go too well. Maybe this is your first semester back after a long break from secondary education. Or maybe life has just become more complicated in the last
MyEducator’s authors don’t just teach entrepreneurship—they live it! Check out decades of research and experience, hundreds of interviews, and thousands of hours of filming real entrepreneurship experts.
There’s only so much time in a day, and it has a tendency to fill itself up with far more than a single person can feasibly do. Or so it often feels. This can be especially true for instructors whose jobs do not end the moment they step out of
“If you fail to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” Or so H.K. Williams—and many since—have warned us. For an instructor, this has many different applications, but there is one application that often gets overlooked: the pre-assessment. What Is the Pre-Assessment? The pre-assessment is a test that an instructor will
Business management research suggests that gender inclusivity in leadership is a driver of organizational performance. A systematic approach to investing in women leaders provides the best opportunity for both women and organizations to harness their leadership capabilities!
James Gaskin knows how effective teaching with technology can be. Read what tools he help him as an instructor and help his students.
There are a number of reasons to use online textbooks, just as there are many reasons to be concerned as to whether they are the right choice. Accessibility concerns fall under both umbrellas, in some ways a benefit to students with disabilities and at times a cause for concern. For students
A new feature using the CanvasConnect external tool app allows instructors to create dedicated reading links for students.
Textbooks are often necessary but sometimes expensive for students! Here are some things instructors can do to help make required textbooks more affordable.
Dr. Jim Brau and Dr. Mark Keith outline an innovative way to teach data analytics to beginner learners using Python software.
Being a student involves a lot of organization (to do well, anyway). Students have class schedules, assignments due, exams on the horizon—to say nothing of personal and work responsibilities. It is no wonder there are apps out there to help students (and anyone else) organize their life and streamline studying.
With such a diverse publishing industry in today’s technological, do-it-yourself times, why do educators and authors choose to publish with MyEducator? MyEducator, a publishing company founded by professors for professors, partners with authors to create interactive smart textbooks that are customizable, up to date, and affordable. Our mission is to
Certifications are a great way to show mastery of new skills, and becoming certified in certain marketable skills can give graduating students and professionals an edge in today’s competitive hiring landscape. Several MyEducator resources offer certifications that look great on graduate program applications, LinkedIn profiles, and résumés.
As an instructor, you have a lot on your plate. You have to prepare lessons, create assignments, answer emails, write instructions, and the list goes on. But what if you could get some help? That is where ChatGPT comes in. ChatGPT is able to create quick lesson outlines, generate materials, and even draft emails.
Did you miss our article series on experiential learning? Check out the links below to learn more about experiential learning: what it is, what it looks like, how to work with your students’ individual needs, and how to incorporate it into your teaching.
Sales is everywhere, and sales is for everyone. Though you might not recognize it, you are probably in the business of selling something on a regular basis. Hone your selling skills with a minor in professional selling!
Recent college graduates understand how hard it is to break into the job market. The competition for the best jobs is fierce, and it can be hard to stand out from a crowd of applicants who always seem to have more experience and skills. While experience comes with time, there
Meet another of our international authors: Lydia Bals, a professor of supply chain and operations management at the University of Applied Sciences in Mainz, Germany, and an expert in purchasing and supply management. A native of Germany, she speaks German and English fluently and has a working knowledge of Spanish.
You’ve written the ever-dreaded résumé, and now you’re facing something just as intimidating: the job interview. The interview process is where both applicant and company determine if they are well-suited to each other. While it may seem intimidating, the interview is an essential step in getting a job that is a
MyEducator is very excited to announce a new finance resource! Introducing Personal Finance and Economic Decision-Making, a tool to help students understand how to manage finances and make good financial decisions. Who couldn’t use a little more help in those departments? And on top of being a really great practical
One of the hardest parts of writing and research is starting. Sometimes it is hard to figure out the right questions to ask because you don’t know what you don’t know. Enter ChatGPT. ChatGPT can help you brainstorm ideas and aggregate information. This AI chatbot can’t replace dedicated research and
Meet Dr. Jim Stice and Dr. Kay Stice: a dynamic duo of brothers who produce online learning tools to help professionals and students succeed in accounting—in the United States and across the globe!
It’s off to work we go! Or at least it will be as soon as that job calls back with the offer. But before that call comes in, there are a few important steps. The first being the ever-dreaded résumé. For students in school or just graduating, creating a résumé
In the 2020s, multimedia learning is nearly essential for student learning and knowledge retention. MyEducator learning resources harness the power of technology to deliver content in multiple formats, and to great effect!
So you’ve found a MyEducator resource that is going to integrate perfectly with your curriculum. Congratulations! We can’t wait to boost your term or semester with our unique, expertly written, interactive text. However, we understand that there can be some uncertainties about navigating a new online platform. Fortunately, the MyEducator platform is simple, easy to use, and comes with all the support you could need.
Since OpenAI launched ChatGPT (an AI chatbot) in 2022, educators all over the world have been in a panic. ChatGPT is capable of producing essays and completing assignments in a matter of seconds. Plus, it is free to use! The problem with ChatGPT is that students can use it to
Simon Dolan is an incredible international author, speaker, and professor. He is passionate about sharing his expertise in human resources and organizational management with people all over the world, and he is proud to partner with MyEducator.
Every end of semester, it’s time to face the age-old question of instructors everywhere: Did the students actually learn anything this time? As an instructor, you certainly hope so. But how do you know? That’s where the final exam comes in: the test to end all tests. But not all
Learning new technology skills can be a benefit in almost any career field—sometimes in unexpected ways. You can help your students open the doors of opportunity through introducing technology applications in any course, any time.
MyEducator’s mission is to “educate the world with high-quality learning materials that are simple to use and affordable.” Read on to see how we’re accomplishing that goal.
The past few years have seen a lot of change in the world. The Coronavirus pandemic has touched everyone, but education was one of the sectors hit the hardest. When schools suddenly closed and everyone was asked to isolate in their homes, educators were suddenly expected to move everything online.
Fundamentals of Business Leadership is a smart textbook published by MyEducator that teaches students about the evolution of leadership theories over time and gives them the tools they need to develop leadership skills. Students learn the leadership skills that companies are looking for today.
There are few things that can elevate an academic resource in the same way a well-designed image can. Read on to learn some helpful principles for design and for a list of tools you can use to design your own images!
With another semester wrapping up, students and instructors are preparing for finals weeks. A big question on the minds of many instructors is, How can I ensure that my students are honest on their final exams?
As the semester comes to an end, finals are on everyone’s mind—students and instructors alike. Whether that means a final project, exam, or both, finals can be a little scary. Instructors want to assess students’ comprehension and mastery of material taught over the course of the semester. Students just want
Dr. Matt North was recently presented with the Computer Educator of the Year Award from the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS). This is the highest award given in the Information Systems industry! Read on to lean more about Nr. North’s accomplishments and his phenomenal resource, Data Mining for the Masses.
Blended learning has shifted from a somewhat used teaching method to a learning model used by instructors nearly everywhere. But is it just another trend, or is it here to stay? All signs indicate that blended learning may eventually be the new norm for education. But what is blended learning?
What’s the best way for your students to learn project management? By doing a project, of course! Project Management: Principles in Practice by Grant Stousland includes a course-long project that engages students in giving back to the community and learning project management skills along the way.
Optimizing team composition in organizational and educational environments is an important task for maximum performance. When it comes to teamwork and personality within a university setting, the question many instructors ask is which methodology will create the most successful team: Birds of a feather? Or opposites?
There’s always that one person in the office who blows their coworkers away with their spreadsheet magic. Whatever the need, they can do it. Wouldn’t you like to be that person? Learn more about how to advance your Excel skills!
Stealing ideas, thoughts, or research is plagiarism, something most people, especially those involved in research and education, are familiar with. Keeping accidental plagiarism out of your work requires effort and practice, but understanding the different types of plagiarism helps you better understand how to avoid them.
Parker Yocum used MyEducator resources in college. When Parker graduated and moved into the workforce, he unlocked a hidden superpower: lifetime access to his MyEducator courses. Read on to learn how MyEducator lifetime access stands out and how it can help you!
Technology has transformed the world of finance, and the stakes are ever higher for up-and-coming finance professionals. It is critical for students of finance to learn technology skills!
To read or not to read—that is the question that many students ask themselves when it comes to doing their assigned reading for classes. Many instructors have noticed a decrease in the completion of assigned reading and find this decline concerning. Read on to find out how instructors can encourage reading completion!
Conferences are a fantastic way to meet with people who have similar interests as you. Conferences that focus on professional training and development can be highly beneficial as attendees are given the opportunity learn more about their industries, give and receive feedback on research, set goals, and grow a vibrant network of peers and associates. With many conferences returning to in-person attendance, we have a few tips for making the most of your conference experience.
“Just Google it!” As a tried-and-true method for finding answers, Google has changed the world. But no matter the field, education is more than just finding answers. It’s about teaching skills; this includes, but is not limited to, problem-solving skills, communication skills, and people skills. And that’s in addition to
As an instructor, transitioning a course from semester to semester sometimes comes with hiccups. MyEducator helps you make this transition smoothly by seamlessly duplicating or updating your learning resource!
Where do you go when you need to learn something fast? The internet of course! But how do you know that the information you find is high-quality and reliable? Anyone can record a YouTube video or write a blog post. There is also the chore of searching for just the
Studying finance exposes students to skills that are widely applicable in the workplace and in everyday life. Here are four skills that can help anyone become more financially literate!
This is the third in a series about experiential learning; for more information check out Part 1—The Six Propositions of Experiential Learning and Part 2—Experiential Learning: The Learning Cycle. Experience, reflect, think, and act. These were the four steps of the experiential learning cycle mentioned in Part 2 through which students can increase their depth
Learn how modular education can help you boost your resume and earning potential by learning new programming and technology skills—quickly and in any educational setting!
This is the second post in a series on experiential learning. See Part 1 here. The experiential learning theory is a well-used, well-known theory with applications in nearly all forms of teaching and learning, from its six propositions (see Part 1 of this series to learn more) to its in-depth theory on learning styles
When you think of textbooks, the first thing in your mind is probably not the images embedded within. However, though the text is important, those visuals can be just as vital to the learning process, and not just for those who consider themselves “visual learners.”
But why are images so important? Here are four ways images take education to a whole new level.
Your students probably know how to create tables and charts and perform basic calculations in Excel. Maybe they’ve even taken MyEducator’s Excel Educator course and are familiar with PivotTables, modeling, and statistics. But do these future professionals know that Excel is capable of even more powerful data analysis and visualization techniques? Among
Education is a two-way street. An instructor’s responsibility is to teach, but the instructor is not the only one involved. There’s a second party: the student. While the instructor teaches, it is the student’s responsibility to learn. The theory of experiential learning plays a role on both sides of the
What kind of course do you think of when you hear “online learning”? Is it a semester-bound course or an independent study? Do you still work with other students or are you isolated? Is it an online certification course or a 3-credit course that goes toward a degree? As you
We are proud to announce a new resource on our catalog: Enterprise Resource Planning. This resource provides an introduction to enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems—and a detailed overview of modernized ERP software and interfaces from an industry leader—which makes it a valuable tool for both instructors and students.
This month, we want to highlight you! Learn more about the students, instructors, and partner organizations that use MyEducator.
While COVID-10 brought attention to online learning, it has been around since long before the pandemic. Who takes these online classes, and why do they choose online classes over traditional in-person learning?
It’s one thing to know that MyEducator is there to support you, and it’s another to know how! Our support team works tirelessly to help students and instructors alike with as little work on the students’ and instructors’ side as possible.
We all love power stories of the student becoming the master, and Akane Hebert did just that! She started as a student in a class using a MyEducator resource. Now she’s teaching that course, using the instructor side of the MyEducator resource, and earning her master’s degree!
There’s no doubt that the nature of higher education has been affected by the pandemic, but shifts in technology and the workforce also have a role to play. How will educational institutions adapt to and drive this innovation moving forward?
More and more organizations and educators are incorporating gamification into their eLearning curriculum. Gamification often gets students more engaged—but how does it work?
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As the education sphere adjusts to a post-COVID world, blended learning—which had already been on this rise—has only become a more fundamental learning methodology. Here are some of the advantages of blended learning and some strategies to get the most out of this methodology.
At MyEducator, we take your privacy and security seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Instructure, the company behind Canvas LMS, to verify that we use industry-standard security practices to keep user information secure.
With the benefits of low cost, accessibility, and additional resources, e-textbooks are likely to continue to grow in popularity. But are there any downsides?
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