Academic Freedom & Open Curriculum

Academic Freedom and Open Curriculum

There is no standardized one-fits-all curriculum at AIU. You will not find a course curriculum or textbook to follow. Time is not a limiting factor to your academic journey at AIU, neither are semesters nor quarters. AIU brings forth an asynchronous, andragogic open learning playground where you can become your optimal self by tapping into what makes you unique and unrepeatable. To solve the problems our society faces today each of us needs to contribute. One way is by learning about UNESCO 2030 and identifying how your special talents can be deployed to contribute to one or more of the 17 goals. All disciplines, majors, and areas of study can find a home in one or more of the sustainable development goals, joining this critical mission synchronizes you with a strong current of global efforts underway and in need of participants to succeed. You will become a University of One and take a leading role in the determination of the content of the program to generate deep learning, emotional involvement, and a real desire to learn. The AIU Virtual Campus and its more than 25 tools to facilitate student advancement and engagement are one of the four pillars supporting your optimal development. 

Technology, Tools, and Resources at the University Virtual Campus

The Virtual Campus integrates the community at Atlantic International University with more than 25 unique tools to ensure the development, growth, motivation, and inspiration to reach each student’s full potential. While we develop students to become a University of One, students are not isolated. They are part of a community brought together via technologies and collaborative tools such as MYAIU, AIULink, AIUTV, Curriculum Builder Tool, Merlin Media Center, CampusAPP, Live and archived Webinars, Virtual Conferences, Live Chats, Virtual Laboratories, the Language Center and a support system of Tutors, Academic Advisors, staff, and fellow AIU Alumni. For example, on AIULink, our “on campus” social media platform, one can connect with AIU colleagues based on their location, major, research areas, industry, skills, place of work, etc. Access over 105,000 AIU-created academic content on Merlin Media Center. Access your University program and resources on the go on the AIU Campus APP available in Android and iOS. Share your unique story with others and learn the 13 elements beyond academics that contribute to the improvement of the human condition and personal growth. The AIU Online library puts 210,000 books and over 30 million peer-reviewed/academic articles, journals, and publications at your fingertips. These and other tools and resources enhance the student experience and make the AIU distance learning university program one of the best university degree programs for professionals.

Four Pillars of Success

The AIU Virtual Campus and its embedded Technologies facilitate student advancement and form the first of four pillars supporting the institutional manifest. The Academic Department and student support team members who guide, motivate and mentor students provide the second. The third pillar is the innovative structure of the program, in particular Phase 1 and 2 which transforms students into a University of One during the first 3 months of the academic journey. Here, students take a leading role in the determination of the content of the program because it will increase deep learning, emotional involvement, and a real desire to learn. A clear definition of their personal and professional aspirations during the start of the program is vital so that their educational journey can become a bridge to those aspirations. 

There is an ongoing de-emphasize on the need for a degree to prosper and advance professionally; instead, skills, abilities, and practical knowledge are gaining greater value and Phases 1 & 2 of the AIU degree program address these tendencies through an open curriculum design that is unique to each student. Finally, the fourth pillar is a commitment to human rights and to contribute positively to society which is the purpose of the AIU Pledge. There is a need to have inspired motivated students that contribute to society and solve its many challenges. Little emphasis is given to this in a traditional curriculum as there is no place for it or overarching link between courses. AIU’s innovative academic programs seek to provide the conditions in which its students can fill that need.


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