Course info
Course name, Creating Presence & Community in Online Courses
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning for Student Success Type of course Teaching & Learning with Technology
About the course
Upcoming Classes
No classes scheduled
Description
Developing an online course in which learners feel connected to content, peers, and the instructor is critical to developing an effective and engaging online learning experience. As such, this session will focus on applying strategies and developing activities focused on developing community and a sense of presence. Discussions and activities will focus on strategies for facilitating engagement, presence, and community. Particular attention will be paid to sharing ideas and strategies, as well as identifying evidence-based pedagogical approaches.
Facilitators: Terry McClannon, Leadership & Educational Studies
Krista Terry, Leadership & Educational Studies
Amy Cheney, Leadership & Educational Studies
Objectives
- Discuss the role and importance of developing community and presence in online courses.
- Identify approaches for translating face to face activities to online courses.
- Discuss and identify approaches for developing engaging activities and strategies that develop community and enhance a sense of presence.
Prerequisites
None
Administrators
- Crystal Weisner
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