The term module means different things to different people. For our purposes, modules are containers—organizational units or buckets of content—that you use to organize the components of your course. One
Enhancement is a critical component of an online course’s life cycle. Just as you must maintain a car or home over time, it’s important that you come back to your
As a faculty member, you play a pivotal role in creating an online course environment where students feel supported—not just academically, but emotionally and mentally. While you might not be
Online, accelerated programs tend to attract students who are balancing many competing priorities including working full time and supporting and caring for their families. This means these students have to
In today’s world, video is everywhere. In fact, according to Donchev (2018), over 300 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube every single minute! If you’re teaching an online course,
English language learners (ELLs) bring a rich tapestry of cultural knowledge, diverse perspectives, and multilingual skills to the classroom, enriching the learning experience for everyone. However, along with their strengths,
Videos are not just for teaching—they’re a fantastic way to boost your presence, offer fresh perspectives, and connect course material to the real world. In this article, we’ll discuss how
In today’s digital age, it is essential to communicate your message in a clear, simple, and attractive way. Infographics are a great educational tool to help your students make connections
When enhancing an online course you’ve previously taught or developed, your experience becomes a valuable asset. You know the student population, have learned from their feedback, and likely picked up
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)
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) can act a brainstorming partner to draft engaging and diverse course content and materials. Below are
There are tons of Open Educational Resources and Open Educational Repositories available for you to feature in your courses. If
What Is an Open Educational Resource (OER)? Open Educational Resources (OER) are educational materials that are free to use, re-use,
The 2021 AACN Essentials provide a transformative framework for nursing education. These updated standards emphasize competency-based learning, ensuring that nursing
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the learning processes offers a dynamic avenue for enhancing student engagement and creativity. The examples
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