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
Rubrics are an essential tool for any instructor, but they become even more powerful in the context of online courses. Building an effective rubric requires clearly outlining criteria, levels of student
Learning objectives are the foundation of any well-designed course. They define what we want our students to know and be able to do by the end of their learning journey.
“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
As you develop or redevelop an online course, you may notice that some of your intended assessments are not a good fit. Perhaps they require too much time-on-task in a
Objectives play a fundamental role in designing effective instruction. Objectives enable instructors to identify what students should know at the conclusion of an instructional activity, organize instructional activities and materials,
This article will explore common considerations and strategies for effectively building and implementing a master course.
Assessments are the cornerstone of any course. They’re not just tasks for students to complete—they’re the tools we use to measure whether students have truly grasped the concepts and skills
What Are Authentic Assessments? Authentic assessments are cognitively complex, performance-based evaluations that focus the context of learning on real-life situations similar to those found in the professional environment (Frey, Schmitt,
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,
In the accelerated online learning environment, students face numerous challenges that can derail their educational journey. According to Risepoint’s 2024
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