I've been conducting online or hybrid courses, in various forms, for some time, so much of this material is not new to me. I'm a bit surprised to see them say outright that assigning entire chapters or books is no longer necessary. I'm not sure I agree, especially when you're dealing with graduate-level learning. I do agree that the material needs to be carefully chosen and targeted, but why would we not assign chapters, assuming they are relevant, as well as other, supplementary materials? I'm curious what other people think. 

It's important to use the technology in a way that facilitates and centers the students' learning experience. Learning activities need to help them to effectively develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as a connection to the other students.