A Whole New World: Ten Lessons for Moving Courses Online

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Title: A Whole New World: Ten Lessons for Moving Courses Online
Language: English
Authors: Delia Conti
Source: Journal of Educators Online. 2024 21(3).
Availability: Journal of Educators Online. Grand Canyon University, 23300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017. e-mail: CIRT@gcu.edu. Web site: https://www.thejeo.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2024
Intended Audience: Teachers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Educational Change, Electronic Learning, Self Efficacy, Teaching Load, Course Organization, Communication (Thought Transfer), Discussion Groups, Teaching Methods, Feedback (Response), Teacher Student Relationship, Time on Task, Evaluation Methods, Public Speaking, Speech Curriculum, Computer Mediated Communication
ISSN: 1547-500X
Abstract: In this essay I concentrate on a distinct aspect of teaching courses online postpandemic: concrete steps both to ease workload burden and to increase student learning efficacy. There are ten lessons that can facilitate moving instruction online: 1. Organize the Course in Weekly Modules; 2. Communicate on a Regular Schedule; 3. Post Key Lectures; 4. Implement Discussions; 5. Provide Frequent Feedback; 6. Solicit Student Feedback; 7. Reconsider Deadlines; 8. Use Online Assessments; 9. Experiment and Learn from Others; and 10. Proactively Seek Administrative Support. I applied these lessons to a specific course: Public Speaking. Traditionally based on face-to-face presentations, the ability to move this course online bodes well for adapting all instruction to the requirements of online learning.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2024
Accession Number: EJ1427891
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:In this essay I concentrate on a distinct aspect of teaching courses online postpandemic: concrete steps both to ease workload burden and to increase student learning efficacy. There are ten lessons that can facilitate moving instruction online: 1. Organize the Course in Weekly Modules; 2. Communicate on a Regular Schedule; 3. Post Key Lectures; 4. Implement Discussions; 5. Provide Frequent Feedback; 6. Solicit Student Feedback; 7. Reconsider Deadlines; 8. Use Online Assessments; 9. Experiment and Learn from Others; and 10. Proactively Seek Administrative Support. I applied these lessons to a specific course: Public Speaking. Traditionally based on face-to-face presentations, the ability to move this course online bodes well for adapting all instruction to the requirements of online learning.
ISSN:1547-500X