Presenters: Dr. Christopher Johnson, Alamo Colleges | Dr. Audra Barrett, Cedar Valley College | Kim Queri, Rose State College | Dr. Dana Lindon-Burgett, Rose State College | Travis Hurst, Rose State College | Dr. Michelle Weise, Southern New Hampshire University
This course is worth 5 hour (0.5 CEUs) of professional development. A certificate of completion can be printed once the program has been completed.
About this Course
Whether you are a novice just starting out or an experienced online instructor looking to enhance your skills, this program explores quality course design, how to maintain academic excellence, and strategies to engage students in an online environment. Experts discuss best practices in building online and hybrid courses.
Module 1
Drivers know how to drive, and teachers know how to teach. Teaching in the online environment is like driving in a foreign country. An entirely new set of variables entered the equation when it comes to teaching online. This module addresses the “rules of the (online) road” to help you better navigate in the following areas:
• Overview
• Teaching Differences
• Best Practices
• Challenges
Module 2
Successful online teaching involves two vital elements – course design issues and pedagogical issues. This module addresses these important issues for online/hybrid teaching success:
• Staying Present
• Student Engagement
• Course Redesign
• Assessment
Module 3
As our knowledge, technology, and research about what works well in online teaching grows, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Our experts share great tips and address the ever-changing arena of technology in this module.
• Tips for Hybrid
• Tips for Online
• Online Technology
• Final Thoughts
