Writing Discussion Forum Questions
Creating engaging discussion forum questions is not as difficult as it may seem. As the instructor of your course, you are the subject matter expert because of your educational background…
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The Center for Teaching and Learning provides ongoing development and support to faculty who are designing and teaching online courses. This resource serves as a community for faculty to share research, techniques, best practices, and industry trends.
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Developing Deep Reflection in Discussion Boards
One of the most prominent features of an online classroom is the discussion board. When used effectively, discussion boards can be a key factor in fostering student engagement and motivation.…
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Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Communication in the Online Classroom
There has been a great deal of research on asynchronous versus synchronous modalities in online education. Overall, researchers have found that the best approach to online education is one that…
The Course Design Triangle
Course design is especially critical for online courses because you have to produce your course materials in advance. Once the course is live and students are enrolled, it’s much harder…
Sample Discussion Board Ground Rules
Students who are unfamiliar with an online learning environment may not understand the importance of discussion forums, or they may find it difficult to participate. Some students may simply be…
Holding Synchronous Online Office Hours
Research indicates that instructor presence in an online course directly impacts students’ learning outcomes. Hosting synchronous online office hours is one way you can build presence in your course because…
Establishing Presence: Quick Tips
“The importance of creating a sense of presence in online teaching and learning environments cannot be overestimated.” –– Lehman and Conceição, 2010, p. viii The degree to which students in…