Some of the most satisfying moments in teaching are when your students are engaged, when they are deeply absorbed in the material and they are
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Imagine you have eight to 15 seconds to impress someone you meet for the first time. That’s how long you have to hook your online
According to The Glossary of Education Reform (2016), engagement refers to the degree of attention, curiosity, interest, optimism, and passion students show when they are
After 20 years in online teaching, my experience and research has taught me some things that have helped cultivate a long and meaningful career.
In the ever-evolving landscape of online distance education, educators face a crucial challenge: captivating students and igniting their passion for learning within virtual environments. The
Classic online course standards emphasize the value of three types of interactions: student-instructor interaction, student-content interaction, and student-student interaction. But a recent pointed query from
Online teaching has become more popular and accessible for students. As such, more instructors are teaching online courses. Asynchronous online courses can create barriers for
As online education continues to evolve, the challenge to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences is paramount. Traditionally, the one-size-fits-all approach to assessment has been
This article first appeared in the Teaching Professor on February 24, 2015. © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. It’s hardly a new subject. Every teacher knows it’s
Around the semester midpoint you may be noticing that some of your students are becoming overwhelmed, may lack motivation, or feel disconnected from the class.