…and delivers online professional development. Part of her role is to give advice to online instructors. The following are her top 10 tips for online instructors: Make some noise—Offer a…
…be taught explicitly, and students must be given the opportunity to make connections between course content and their own experiences and prior understandings. 7. Promote development of complex views of…
…and selecting the right balance of protein, carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables. As in the kitchen, so it is in the classroom. Faculty also ponder content, consider the lesson’s recipients, and…
…about content, format, and pacing to reinforce that learning is a partnership. Asking for feedback provides opportunities for students to learn about their learning, not just the content. Explain your…
…dialogue students can identify knowledge gaps, challenge their assumptions, and solidify their comprehension with the help of their peers. Retention: Recalling the content In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, we often…
…of writing assignments to assess student learning. In November 2022, a tool called ChatGPT made headlines for its ability to “write” any content. As an instructional designer, I immediately heard…
…History Month), current events, and people who have contributed to your field into course content and assignments where applicable. Seeing their identities reflected in course content sends a powerful message…
…content twist. The layout can encourage playing or deeper ruminations. The same can be done for students in an online course. This is perhaps accomplished most easily by situating and…
