A large shift to modernize worldwide education is now open with the increase in Internet and technology exploitation. Educational institutions are adopting more online and long distance educational opportunities where a single mouse click enables web conferencing to connect instructors with students. However, “the current web conferencing systems were not built for learning so they are limited in their ability to offer high engagement, participation and personalized learning options,” notes Josette Fleszar, President and CEO, Jigsaw. Alpharetta-based Jigsaw turns passive listeners to active learners for education and training. The firm supports learners by offering a platform that incorporates multi-dimensional learning tools, personalized learning and real time learning confirmation.

“Today, learners respond better to immersive learning than to a lecture. Instructors need to engage the learner in the process to effectively impart knowledge to others,” states Fleszar. Basically, an interactive, engaging, and experiential learning session enables learners to participate. Jigsaw’s virtual classroom lets institutions determine what type and level of interactive multimedia is most effective to optimize learning. The company also provides performance metrics so instructors can determine the level of understanding by each student during class. By providing engagement analytics instructors can revise their content, style and tools based on student engagaement for improved performance.

“With one to one devices being deployed in many school systems, instructors need to find a way to effectively employ the use of these devices to keep students focused,” says Fleszar. Jigsaw offers schools the opportunity to use one to one devices in and out of the classroom. Using Jigsaw, any instructor can offer a blended learning model and include student projects, and more. Jigsaw offers flexibility to schools based on what they are looking to accomplish with their curriculum. Given budget concerns many schools are cutting programs where there is low enrollment in a subject.