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.…
Read ArticleEngaging students in the online environment presents different challenges than in face-to-face classrooms. For one thing, online learning often draws more adult leaders than traditional students, and these adult learners…
In their 2011 book, Academically Adrift, Arum and Roksa claimed that academic rigor in higher education has decreased in recent years. They found that graduation and achievement have increased while…
It’s no secret that higher education is changing and that the way students are consuming education is evolving along with it. With that in mind, academic programs have become much…
Student feedback surveys are resourceful methods of collecting open and honest feedback in an online course. These surveys, often called course evaluations, can be valuable in improving course quality, helping…
Course quality is an essential consideration in the instructional design process. However, quality can be an abstract concept. Two different people may look at the same course, and one may…
For anyone who has taught face-to-face classes, making the transition to fully online may feel completely overwhelming. Course writers and instructors alike might find themselves asking questions such as, “How…