Standard 8.3 addresses the importance of providing alternative means of access to course materials in formats that meet the needs of diverse learners. One of the greatest advantages of online
The online student population is becoming increasingly diverse and complex. Clinefelter, Aslanian, and Magda (2019) note that recent trends show online students are getting younger, however, this trend doesn’t mean
Standard 1.1 focuses on making sure that learners know where to get started and find various components via the course introduction. At the most foundational level, before learners can proceed
Online education is a dynamic field filled with exciting opportunities to innovate. From advanced approaches to instruction to multimedia use in the online classroom, the ways in which online learning
General Standard 5 addresses course activities and learner interaction to meet the learning objective goals. This standard specifically addresses the instructor’s plan for classroom response time and for clearly stating
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Designing effective online courses require more than just content expertise—it calls for intentional strategies that foster engagement, relevance, accessibility, and
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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