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During the rapid evolution of elearning over more than the last decade, one important component of the postsecondary experience was largely left behind: peer mentoring. In the excited rush to meet the tsunami of demand for online classes and programs, students were initially left in isolation, to navigate complex course Learning Management Systems (LMS), complete classes and programs, and make degree-to-work connections on their own.

The irony is that simultaneously, research has shown the need for virtual students to be part of a community in order for them to be successful academically. Learning to work with others and function as professionals are also aspects of higher education that should be modeled for future gainful employment.