Clear indication of outcomes - what can we do once we complete this course - before activities or LOs.
I appreciated the non-education relevance of structural integrity presented, as well as the 4 characteristics of online courses in general. As an A&P educator I link characteristics of something to that something's function.
The importance of an online course is easy to navigate. The course content includes media strategies along with interaction.
I have learned about the 4 major qualities of an online course and how developing courses around them benefits the learner. Having a course that is easy to navigate is the first step to delivering a successful online course.
I found very interesting the data provided by the NCES on 2018-2019. According to them, 21 %. of public schools including the charters, offer at least one course entirely online. Also, only 6% of all public schools offer all their courses either onsite or online.
Online learning is expanding more. Structural learning is an important part of that.
Hello, I will take this information and apply it daily in my role as an remote instructor. By doing this, I can teach students how to stay grounded and motivated while learning in an online environment.
Breaking content into modules was very helpful, because it keeps the flow of the class going and helps students know what to expect. I think in the in-person environment, there is a lot more flexibility depending on the "vibe" of the class and how well you can tell if students are picking up information. The challenge with online learning, in my opinion, seems to be really tailoring it to the individual and making sure that the class as a whole is keeping up or being challenged. I've had classes where students really struggled, so I spent extra time on certain topics. Conversely, in classes where students really understood the material, I was able to introduce topics that weren't initially covered, or delve deeper into a particular area so that they could get more out of the class. I wish it was easier to do this type of organic adjustment online.
What have you learned from this module and how do you intend to apply it?
That virtual learning has started in 1700s.
21% of public schools already offer at least 1 entirely online course by 2019.
6% of public schools already offer all their courses online as an additional option to onsite by 2019.
Now, in 2023, online learning is even easier and more affordable.
Structural design is very important when designing online courses.
Online course offerings are ever increasingly popular. Having a good understanding of how to organize online courses to allow students to easily navigate through the course content is essential to instructional success via online offerings.
Including activities for the students to connect with the instructor and their peers is very important. Student interaction facilitates students interest and responsibility for their learning and also contributing to that of their peers.
The on line course is well laid out so its easy for students to navigate and can focus on the lessons
The need to keep up with online classes and techniques to maintain students interested and engaged is fundamental for the success of any online program. The more resources we as instructors have, the better the student's experience and outcomes.
Straight-forward design with emphasis on engagement and affirming responses when possible are characteristics of effective design. A consistent format with minimal variation allows ease of movement.
Online courses need to be well organized, easy to navigate, and promote interaction between students and instructors.
Quality standards for online classes are based on best practices identified through experience and research. These standards share seven core components for creating a realistic environment and facilitating learning:
- Learning Objectives
- Assessments
- Course Materials and Activities
- Faculty and Student Interaction
- Online Student Support
- Technology Requirements
- Evaluation and Improvement
I have retained that online learning has evolved so much and is very important in todays era of teaching and learning. I also learned that strategy learning and content are very important for students in building a strong foundation along with knowledge testing.
Module or sections work best
The course has to be organized and be user friendly as far as navigation is concerned.
