Dr. Robert Touro

A good primer on course design and development.

I find email to be one of the most effective mediums of exchange since it provides a documented resource to confirm what was said by each party and reduces misunderstandings after the fact of who said what.

Good tactics to use in any and all online classes are presented.

The module presents useful information for successful online learning elements.

A good primer for beginning online instructors.

An interesting dive into the details of FERPA.

 A fine review of the specifics or FERPA and its administration at the institutional level.

A good refresher, to remind oneself of the specifics or FERPA. As an online instructor for 16+ years, most aspects of the law are known, but it doesn't hurt to revisit them from time to time.

I believe a blend of both asynchronous and synchronous learning delivery best addresses the needs of most online learners who need to benefit from flexibility to juggle school, work, family and life in today's hectic environment. The ability to record synchronous webinars or "chat sessions" allow those that can't make a set chat due to scheduling conflict, permits them to view and listen 7/24 when time permits.

Instant messaging is a really useful technology tool enabling students and instructors to 'see' who is online and communicate as necessary.

I personally believe online students have more ways to interact with their… >>>