Distance education has been around for years. Gradually developing new ways to teach information to our students 

One take-a-way is to ensure there are various levels and types of interaction opportunities for students. 

I guess i have learned a lot from YouTube "University"... on the home projects, or work projects, that i have needed to do... 

This is the greatest repository of online information... 

Last week, i learned several methods to change out the headlamps of a PRIUS... and a year ago, a Mazda 6.... and then completed the tasks on my own.  I have learned how to check my water heater elements and replace them.  Over the semester(s), i have refreshed my memory on Rankine cycle and Bernouli's equations, and even discovered current research and valuable graphics from others on centrifugal pump… >>>

This module covered instructional system design definitions and introductory information about achieving student engagement by incorporating media strategies in the course design. 

This module introduced concepts about online learning management systems and incorporating on-site materials into online learning platforms. Discussions and assessments in online courses were also summarized. 

The module explained that most traditional learning activities can be accomplished in an online environment. 

(Also there was a typo in the flashcard about reading skills)

I found the statistics of schools offering online education to be interesting. The module also summarized components of learner-centered course design and intellectual interaction. 

Comment on Nancy Tosh's post:

Hello Nancy, 

I, too, have had that same complaint from several of my students. It seems that students gravitate more to the Asynchronous aspect for learning these days. I believe that they like the convenience of being able to participate at any given time within the timeframe of the course due dates.

Using a variety of content in online learning helps keep students interested and considers students who may learn differently. 

I will incorporate all into my courses: text, audio, animation, graphics, video, artwork and photographs

Whether online or in person, when the student can apply the course material to real world settings- it increases the value of the content.

I will incorporate assignments that have students interacting with the real world and using their material as a guide.