Contents
Preface ?ix
Purpose and Function of This Book ?xi
Organization of This Book ?xv
What Sets This Book Apart? ?xviii
Additional Defining Features of This Book ?xxii
Introduction: Going the Distance?An Overview of Online Learning ?1
The Landscape of Online Learning ?1
The Role of the Online Instructor ?7
Part I: The Art Of The Start?Design and Develop Online Instruction ?13
1. ?Develop Course Learning Outcomes ?17
Outcomes Are Aligned with Your Vision for the Course ?18
Outcomes Are Sequenced ?22
Outcomes Are Specific and Measurable ?24
Course Content is Aligned with Outcomes ?24
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?27
Reflection Checkpoint ?27
2. ?Plan for Assessment of Learning ?29
Assessment Instruments and Methods ?30
Formative and Summative Assessment ?35
Guidelines for Effective Assessment ?37
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?39
Reflection Checkpoint ?39
3. ?Create Course Content ?41
Adult Learning Principles ?42
The Multimedia Principle ?44
Transforming Teaching Material into Audio and Video Content ?51
Organization and Presentation of Material ?53
Collaborative Learning Opportunities ?58
Scaffolding ?63
Inclusion, Equity, and Accessibility ?65
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?72
Reflection Checkpoint ?73
Part I Synthesis ?75
Part II: Traveling The Educational Journey? Deliver Engaging and Empowering Learning Experiences ?81
4. ?Onboard and Welcome Learners ?85
Learner Engagement and Teaching Presence ?85
Prepare for the Online Learning Experience ?90
Strategies for Onboarding Engagement ?91
Support Learners to be Successful ?96
Strategies for Ongoing Supportive Engagement ?99
Monitor and Address Progress and Development ?103
Strategies for Effective Monitoring ?103
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?104
Reflection Checkpoint ?105
5. ?Establish and Build Teaching Relationships ?107
Benefits of Positive Working Relationships ?108
Develop Your Working Relationships ?108
Engage Through Presence ?110
Foster a Growth Academic Mindset ?112
Power and Positionality ?116
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?119
Reflection Checkpoint ?120
6. ?Multimodal Teaching Strategies to Engage and Empower Learners ?122
Respect Diversity and Strive for Inclusion ?122
Culturally Responsive Teaching ?123
Address Unequal Access to Technology ?124
Develop a Learning Community ?126
Facilitate Group Work and Collaboration ?127
Feedback as the Medium of Instruction ?130
Prepare to Provide Feedback ?135
Guiding Principles for Substantive and Engaging Feedback ?139
Multimodal Teaching ?146
Assessment and Grading ?151
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?153
Reflection Checkpoint ?154
Part II Synthesis ?157
Part III: Taking Stock?A Review of Multimodal Engagement ?165
7. ?Revisiting Your Engagement Strategies ?167
Engagement Indicators ?167
Ensure Teaching Presence ?170
Nurture Working Relationships ?171
Apply Effective Facilitation Practices ?174
Create a Sense of Community ?176
Address Diversity and Inclusivity ?178
Embrace Learner Autonomy and Empowerment ?180
Support Learners? Use of Technology ?182
Establish and Maintain a Culture of Trust and Transparency ?183
Chapter Summary and Synthesis ?186
8. ?Instructor as Reflective Practitioner ?187
Reflective Practice ?187
Implicit Bias ?189
Final Reflection ?190
Glossary ?193
References ?216
Index ?224
About the Author ?234
Online Appendixes
Appendix A: Bloom?s Taxonomy
Appendix B: Accessibility Resources
Appendix C: Sample Welcome Letter
Appendix D: Learner Support Resource: How to Benefit from Feedback and Critique
Appendix E: Sample Learning Contract
Appendix F: Guidelines for Conducting Peer Review
Appendix G: Guidelines for Implementing Peer Dialogue Journals
Appendix H: Satisfactory Versus Unsatisfactory Written Feedback Samples
Appendix I: Samples of Feedback Commentary
Appendix J: Sample Grading Rubric
Appendix K: Sample Grade Justification Rubric
Appendix L: Engagement Evaluation Rubric
Appendix M: Annotated Research Resources: Engagement in Online Learning
Appendix N: Online Support Resources
Appendix O: Applications to Support and Enhance Online Teaching and Learning