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It is important to begin planning online courses early because teaching in the online environment involves principles and practices different from those used in traditional face-to-face instruction. In this online workshop offered 11/11/2013, we ntroduced the unique characteristics of online instruction and provide an overview of the components in an engaging and interactive online course. This workshop was geared toward an audience who is new to online teaching and to those wanting to refresh their knowledge about online teaching fundamentals.
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Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning
Jason RhodeFaculty Development and
Instructional Design Center
Overview
Unique characteristics of online instruction
Components in an engaging
and interactive online course
This workshop is geared toward an audience who is new to online teaching and to those wanting to refresh their knowledge about online teaching fundamentals.
In 2011…
77% of institutionsoffer online courses
The Digital Revolution and Higher Education, http://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2011/08/28/the-digital-revolution-and-higher-education/
In 2012…
6.7 Million students were enrolled in at least one online course
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Allen & Seamen, 2013, http://www.onlinelearningsurvey.com/reports/changingcourse.pdf
In 2012…
32% of students were enrolled in at least one online course
Allen & Seamen, 2013, http://www.onlinelearningsurvey.com/reports/changingcourse.pdf
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Continued Growth
Allen & Seamen, 2013, http://www.onlinelearningsurvey.com/reports/changingcourse.pdf
Fall 2001
Fall 2003
Fall 2004
Fall 2005
Fall 2006
Fall 2007
Fall 2008
Fall 2009
Fall 2010
Fall 2011
0.0%
5.0%
10.0%
15.0%
20.0%
25.0%
30.0%
35.0%
Online Enrollment as a Percent of Total Enrollment
32%
Online Enrollment Growth Outpacing Total Enrollment
Fall '03
Fall '04
Fall '05
Fall '06
Fall '07
Fall '08
Fall '09
Fall '10
Fall '11-5.0%
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5.0%
10.0%
15.0%
20.0%
25.0%
30.0%
35.0%
40.0%
Total EnrollmentOnline EnrollmentOnline Enrollment as % of Total Enrollment
Allen & Seamen, 2013, http://www.onlinelearningsurvey.com/reports/changingcourse.pdf
Reputation and Proximity
69% of online students look for online programs within 100 miles of their location
Aslanian and Clinefelter, 2013, http://www.learninghouse.com/ocs2013-report/
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Popularity of Publics
45% of students in fully-online programs attend a public university
Aslanian and Clinefelter, 2013, http://www.learninghouse.com/ocs2013-report/
Proportion of Content Delivered
OnlineType of Course Typical Description
0% Traditional Course where no technology is used – content is delivered in writing or orally.
1 to 29% Web Facilitated Course that uses web-based technology to facilitate what is essentially a face-to-face course. May use a course management system (CMS) or web pages to
post the syllabus and assignments.30 to 79% Blended/Hybrid Course that blends online and face-to-face delivery.
Substantial portion of the content is delivered online, typically uses online discussions, and typically has a
reduced number of face-to-face meetings.80+% Online A course where most or all of the content is delivered
online. Typically have no face-to-face meetings.
Definition of “online course”
Going the Distance, http://sloanconsortium.org/publications/survey/going_distance_2011
“Course in which 75% or more of the instruction (actual time spent on course content) is offered
by distance education”
Distance Education = Instructor-LedCorrespondence Education = Self-Paced
Definition by The Higher Learning Commission
The Higher Learning Commission, http://ncahlc.org/Table/FAQs/Institutional-Update-Distance-Ed-FAQs
In 2010…
Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning, http://www2.ed.gov/rschstat/eval/tech/evidence-based-practices/finalreport.pdf
Face-to-Face and Online courses equally effective
Perceptions
More personable
More anonymous
Perceptions
More static
More spontaneous
Perceptions
More feedback (in both directions)
Students have to be more responsible
Perceptions
Easier for faculty
More work for faculty
Benefits ChallengesFlexibility Time Management
Benefits ChallengesFlexibility
Not appropriate
for all coursesTime Management
Reach a wideraudience
Benefits ChallengesFlexibility
Reach a wideraudience
Not appropriate
for all coursesTime Management
Utilizes student
technology skillsTechnology fails
Initial Considerations
Initial Considerations
How much time do you have?
Initial Considerations
Who are your students?
Initial Considerations
What are administrative expectations?
Initial Considerations
What support will be provided?
Initial Considerations
What constitutes a quality online course?
Components of an online course
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Components of an Online Course
Communication
Content Delivery
Collaboration
Assessment
Communication
Content Delivery
Collaboration
Assessment
Spectrum of Communication
Basic and Traditional
Advanced and Integrated
PhoneTOO
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EmailAnnouncements
Discussions
Web Conferencing
BlogsWikis
Communication
Communication
Communication
Communication
Content Delivery
Collaboration
Assessment
Content Delivery
Content Delivery
Content Delivery
Content Delivery
Content Delivery
Communication
Content Delivery
Collaboration
Assessment
Collaboration
Collaboration
Communication
Content Delivery
Collaboration
Assessment
Assessment
Assessment
Designing an Online Course
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Start with What You Know
Key Teaching Moments
Look for Exemplars
Blackboard.com/ecp
View Exemplary Course Tours
j.mp/bbecptours13
Blackboard Exemplary Course Program Rubric
j.mp/bbecprubric
Build a Consistent Structure
Identify Replicable Aspects
Teaching an Online Course
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The First Week of the Course
Provide a course orientation
The First Week of the Course
Provide for discussion and community
building
The First Week of the Course
Set expectations for students on:– Availability of new units– Grading turnaround– Response to email
Build Online Presence
During the Course
Hold virtual and/or face-to-face office
hours
During the Course
Grade assessments
During the Course
Grade assessments
How will you provide feedback?
During the Course
Update and release content
The End of the Course
Reflect on the course content, interactions, and
assessment
Plan updates for the next semester
Enjoy the experienceof teaching online
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Resources
• Allen, I. E., & Seaman, J. (2013). Changing course: Ten years of tracking online education in the United States. Babson Survey Research Group and Quahog Research Group, LLC. Retrieved from http://sloanconsortium.org/publications/survey/changing_course_2012
• Aslanian, C. B., & Clinefelter, D. L. (2013). Online college students 2013: Comprehensive data on demands and preferences. Louisville, KY: The Learning House, Inc. Retrieved from http://www.learninghouse.com/ocs2013-report/
• Eduventures, Inc. (2012). Online higher education market update 2012/13: Executive summary. Retrieved from http://www.eduventures.com/insights/online-higher-education-market-update/download/
• Fink, L. D. (2003). Creating significant learning experiences: An integrated approach to designing college courses. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
• Illinois Online Network (2007). Instructional Design. www.ion.uillinois.edu/resources/tutorials/id/index.asp
• Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. (2007). Getting Started Online: Advantages, Disadvantages and How to Begin. vfc.
• University of Central Florida (2008). Teaching Online. h.ucf.eduproject.mnscu.edu
Questions?
