OLT-5100 Theory and Culture of Online Learning
This course is designed to give adult educators a theoretical base and practical orientation to the culture of online learning as well as tools and concepts to use in creating and teaching online courses. The course emphasizes a variety of readings, individual student work, and a class discussion of online learning accompanied by practical experience in designing an online course. Because of the theory-base and instructional approach used in this course, participation by every student is crucial so that students can both learn and support each other in their learning process.
Credits: 3
Delivery Methods: Online
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OLT-5200 Learning Technology as an Issue in Online Learning
One of the few things that almost all agree on is that technology is changing rapidly. How can teachers and learners keep up? This course takes the prudent track of discussing technology in the broader context of how to make decisions, solve problems, and learn/teach technological skills.
Credits: 3
Delivery Methods: Online
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OLT-6300 Issues in Instructional Design in Online Learning
How is instructional design for online learning different from instructional design for other modes of delivering instruction? This course provides critical discussion of and practice in the ideas and practices that enhance quality in online learning and is designed for teachers who wish to develop effective online courses. Through readings and course discussions, students will gather and evaluate instructional material appropriate for online teaching and apply good instructional design principles to online teaching situations. Students will explore specific issues related to online courses and will plan, implement, and evaluate strategies that present the material to promote student learning in the courses.
Credits: 3
Delivery Methods: Online
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OLT-6400 Communication and Interactivity in Online Learning
The technology enabling online learning allows communication and interaction between student and texts, student and teacher, and student and other students. This course considers the theoretical aspects of communication and interactivity and the practical skills of facilitating online discussions and online interactions. With the advent of web 2.0, the interactive web, there are new ways of communicating with students. Some are appropriate for an online class, some are not. This course will examine communication in light of new developments, keeping in mind that all courses must conform to solid pedagogical principles. Students will also be working to develop a "philosophy of online teaching" statement that is often required when applying for an online teaching position.
Credits: 3
Delivery Methods: Online
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