One of the most important learner-instructor interactions occurs when instructors leave feedback. Online students need communication and feedback on their assignments. … [Read more...]
Using Multimedia with Announcements
Got your attention with that image, didn’t I? What would a rock concert be without the special lighting, smoke machines, dancing, and other elements designed to draw the … [Read more...]
Free Images to Use in Your Online Courses
Contrary to popular belief, you do need to worry about copyright when you're hunting for images for use in your news and commentaries. Unlike in a face-to-face classroom, … [Read more...]
Tips for Maintaining Presence
The following are all suggestions for maintaining instructor presence in an online course. Post announcements at least 2-3 times per week. Use announcements to post … [Read more...]
Online Interactions
Communication. This is the number one concern we hear from instructors who are new to the online environment -- that they will not be able to communicate with their … [Read more...]
Tips for Improved Video Resolution
When producing videos for classes, especially instructional / demonstration videos, getting a resolution for both the embedded and full screen versions without too much … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Use Video in Your Online Course
Did you know using short videos in your online course is one of the best ways to build community and increase student learning? Research shows that short, … [Read more...]