With understanding and kindness, I would like to share a life experience emphasizing the importance of conventional and modern education and work methods. Distance learning, now commonly known as online learning, is just as relevant and necessary today as conventional education. In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Tirana, I had the opportunity to enroll in the World English Institute to learn the English language. Since the internet was still in its infancy, the World English Institute used standard mail to send me study materials and assignments. Then, I would complete the assignments and send them back to my teacher, Sarah Smith (may she rest in peace), using the postal services of that time. This distance learning method proved successful, and in two years, I received my diploma from the World English Institute.
Fast forward to today, thank God, and I have completed my master’s degree with UMGC Europe through online learning, worked remotely as an adjunct faculty with UMGC Europe, founded Dautti as a Virtual Instructor-Led Training startup, working remotely as Microsoft Certified Trainer for Elev8, and recently graduated from doctorate studies with Aspen University through online learning. In addition, my prior knowledge of the English language, gained from elementary and high school education and the World English Institute, provided me with a solid foundation to succeed in traditional and modern work and educational environments.
Diploma from WEI
Diploma from WEI
My experience has taught me to appreciate traditional and modern work and education methods. Online learning and remote work are current technological standards that have proven valuable and effective, and as such, they should coexist with conventional formats of work and education. That allows everyone to learn and work in the best design. Above all, since technology is a blessing from God, I am grateful for the opportunity to live in an Internet age that has made our lives much more comfortable and better. In summary, conventional and modern formats have their place in work and education. Hence, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the benefits of each and find a balance that allows for equal opportunities for all.
Bekim Dauti is a qualified and experienced computer technology expert specializing in server administration, computer networking, and training, focusing on Cisco, CompTIA, and Microsoft technologies. He earned his bachelor’s in informatics from the University of Tirana, a master’s in information technology from UMGC Europe, and a doctorate in Computer Science from Aspen University.
Bekim has over 20 years of experience as a Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI) and over 15 years of experience as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). In addition, he holds several IT certifications from reputable vendors, including ECDL, Certiport, CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, and Sun Microsystems.
As a prolific writer, Bekim has contributed to nearly 20 books and published dozens of articles in renowned publications such as PC World Albanian and CIO Albanian. In addition, he founded InfoTech and Dautti and works as a Microsoft Certified Trainer at Elev8. Bekim’s passion for technology extends to maintaining a blog called “Bekim Dauti’s Blog.” Bekim is grateful for his parents’ support.
Bekim Dauti's Blog 