Interesting...I agree that contact works in multiple ways, but I do not think face-time is over-valued at all! I just did the LDRS 591 in person and am to be honest, struggling with the "online" aspect for the rest of the year. I really enjoyed the in-person class time.

I really appreciate the in-class learning environment for the focus, social interaction, community and camaraderie. I think the online learning environment is going to be a challenge for me, but thankful for how it provides the opportunity to learn from home and continue with my job.