2014 was the year for online learning, not just because of growing access, but because relevance and quality were championed thanks to the inclusion of predictive analytics, collaborative tools for peer and educator communication, and the application of adaptive technology for assessments—all characteristics that help a seemingly sterile method of learning come alive through personalization and connection. This emphasis on connection, and the technology tools that allow for collaboration, will continue to grow in 2015, as everyone from teachers and administrators to IT and university presiden ... [more]