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Student Group Areas in Canvas

Posted: February 28, 2019 | Last Modified: February 28, 2019 Leave a Comment

Groups in Canvas can facilitate robust student interactions because Canvas generates a group area, a small version of the course for each group. In the group area, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Online Teaching, Tools & Technology Tagged With: Canvas, Discussion, Groups

What Makes for a Successful Group Activity?

Posted: August 15, 2017 | Last Modified: May 5, 2021 Leave a Comment

As we know, not all group work is created equal. Some results in achieving the learning goal; some results in frustration. What elements contribute to successful group … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Course Design Tagged With: Groups, Instructor

Tips for Successful Group Work

Posted: July 28, 2017 | Last Modified: June 28, 2021 Leave a Comment

In an old YouTube video on how to do a forward flip (on the ground), the instructor started by saying “First, you must be fully committed to it.” That advice also applies … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Online Teaching Tagged With: Groups, Student

Quick Tip: Managing Group Enrollments

Posted: September 15, 2016 | Last Modified: February 11, 2020 Leave a Comment

Small groups are great for online courses, but they do require a little babysitting on the part of the instructor. There are two types of group enrollments: auto enroll … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Online Teaching, Tools & Technology Tagged With: Canvas, Groups, Instructor

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Through the partnerships we form with our instructors, we develop engaging and interactive online courses. Here you’ll find ideas on course design informed by the latest research and teaching strategies that build community and instructor presence. We’ll also we share our experiences with technology, with Canvas, and with administering our online educational programs.

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