Every student brings a unique set of experiences, perspectives, and learning preferences to your online course. Some may have specific learning styles, while others might have disabilities that impact how
Asking for mid-course feedback is a great way to improve motivation and ensure second-half success for you and your learners. If you don’t already have something like this planned, here
The 2024 Voice of the Online Learner report is now available. Nearly 3,500 online students—2,460 from Risepoint-supported programs and 1,000 from other online programs—were surveyed for the report. Voice of
Engaging students in an online environment can be a bit different than a traditional classroom setting, but that doesn’t mean it has to be less interactive or meaningful. Online classrooms
When designing a course, many educators are familiar with the concept of backward design: Start with the end in mind. What skills and knowledge do you want your students to
Creating engaging discussion forum questions might seem challenging at first, but it doesn’t have to be. As the instructor, you’re the expert in your field, drawing from both your academic
Discussion forums are a common tool in the online classroom. From enhancing engagement to making thinking visible and helping build community, discussion forums can have a tremendous impact on your
“Every professor teaching online should consider team projects for his or her classes.”— Edward Volchoc (2006) Group projects open the door for students to tackle more complex and intriguing problems
Course acceleration is a multi-step process that requires you to deconstruct previous course content in order to reconstruct it in a new, accelerated format. Consider some of the following strategies to help you accelerate your course:
After your course has concluded, use this checklist to review your course. Prepare for the next course offering by making important tweaks and adjustments that help avoid curriculum drift. You’ve
Module Objectives allow students to build their understanding and mastery, in a scaffolded manner, toward the broader-level Course Objectives. Course Objectives sit at the higher course level, while Module Objectives
What is Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy? Learn how educators are reframing Bloom’s Taxonomy through the lens of educational technology, blended learning, BYOD, flipped classrooms, and other models. This updated version aims
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,
Live online course design and delivery webinars hosted by the Academic Services and Products team
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