What is “accessibility” in an online course? According to the Office of Civil Rights and the U.S. Department of Education, “accessible’ means a person with
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Online science labs
Why Online Science Labs? Online science labs are a valuable option for faculty who need to facilitate labs for their courses but cannot conduct labs
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Multimedia in online teaching: Alternatives to synchronous sessions
While online instruction has been part of the higher education landscape for years, at no time in history has the demand been greater than now.
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Streamline grading online discussions for large classes
With higher education currently experiencing an upswing in online course enrollment, faculty are adjusting their curriculum to best fit this mode of delivery. While there
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Connecting with students in online courses: Options for virtual office hours
Office hours are an important component of any course. As we pivot to facilitating student learning online, we also need to shift how we think
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Effective Online Instruction Webinar Recordings Available
The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), The American Council on Education (ACE), The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), The Council
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Humanizing Online Courses to Connect Students, Instructor, and Content
Encouraging a sense of community and building relationships are common goals in both face-to-face and online courses. These goals might be especially important in an
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Preparing to Teach Online
So, you’re interested in teaching online. The first thing most faculty think about is what technology they need to replicate the in-class experience for an
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Center Staff Discuss Online Teaching and Learning in Higher Education with Visitors from Tianjin University
Staff from the Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center met with six faculty members and administrators from the Tianjin University in Beijing, China to discuss
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Communicate with Your Students On-the-Go!
Videos can be a great way to deliver a message to students in your online course, and it’s never been easier. Many of us carry
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