AI can provide incredible opportunities for faculty hoping to improve their online courses quickly. To use AI effectively, all faculty should familiarize themselves with the concept of prompt engineering. Prompt
The past decade of online teaching has showed each of us how quickly we must evolve to meet the needs of new technologies and rise rapidly to new challenges. One
Spotting Misalignment in Assessments Misalignment occurs when assessments, learning objectives, or instruction are not working cohesively. It’s crucial to align formative assessments (checkpoints during learning) with summative assessments (final evaluations)
Instruction is the heart of any educational journey. While learning objectives outline what students should achieve and assessments track their progress, instructional materials guides students on that path. In an
Background: Located in Campbellsville, Kentucky, Campbellsville University is a Baptist institution that offers a wide range of undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs to students. Open to all denominations and with
Textbook publishers often provide useful materials like slide decks, test banks, and interactive content that can be a great help when building your online course. These materials can be a
In an online course, the feeling of connection—known as “presence”—plays a key role in students’ success and satisfaction. It helps break the isolation of online learning by fostering meaningful interactions with
When thinking about how to enhance engagement in online classrooms, instructors often focus on making the material more exciting. They may wonder, “Should I add videos or interactive lessons? Can
Student feedback surveys, often called course evaluations, are a fantastic way to gather open and honest feedback that can improve the quality of an online course. These surveys help instructors
No matter what you’re trying to achieve, knowing your goal is essential to reaching it. This simple truth lies at the heart of backward design, a powerful approach for building
Humans are naturally inclined to think—it’s something we all do, without ever being taught how. From making decisions to expressing ourselves in conversation or writing, thinking is at the heart
One of the most common tools helping students with visual impairments navigate the digital world is the screen reader. These software programs convert text into formats that are easier to
Designing effective online courses requires more than just content expertise—it calls for intentional strategies that foster engagement, accessibility, and real-world
Video content has become essential for engaging students, however, not all educational videos are created equal. Research consistently shows that
First impressions are powerful and can significantly impact how people perceive and interact with others so, how you begin your
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Just like a car needs regular maintenance to keep running smoothly, your online course also benefits from routine checkups. Proactive,
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