This course is designed to help professionals in the teaching, learning, and development space teach and instruct effectively online. This course will cover the application of learning theory to online instruction, online content development, and strategies for online synchronous delivery. Learn how to define the characteristics and needs of modern adult distance learners, and gain an understanding of the characteristic differences between online and traditional courses. Then, develop and hone effective strategies for meeting those needs through synchronous online instruction. This course will culminate in the design and delivery of a synchronous instructional unit that you will be able to use for your own professional applications.
Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 2.5

You'll walk away with

• An understanding of how to effectively develop online courses and teach online, while meeting the needs of adult learners
• An understanding of the differences between online and traditional courses with respect to class participation, interaction, course materials, and instructor involvement
• List the differences, advantages, and disadvantages between conventional, online classrooms and asynchronous learning

Ideal for

• Professionals who want to explore the core concepts of online course development and teaching
• Professionals with little to no knowledge of online course development and teaching