Tools for Successful Online Teaching

by Lisa Dawley

Overview

Online education continues to grow exponentially, and the majority of universities now offer online courses. However, the unprecedented explosion of online learning courses has resulted in increased demands for online teachers, and regular classroom teachers are often asked to teach in an online environment. The Tools for Successful Online Teaching introduces teachers to the tools of the learning management system (LMS), or the online learning environment. These tools, including chat, threaded discussion, e-mail, surveys, exam builders, and more, are explored to show their strengths and weaknesses. Multiple examples of objectives and activities are provided to instill a deep understanding, helping the reader to gain a long-term ability to create a unique curriculum.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2901591409563
Publisher:	IGI Global
Publication date:	04/28/2009
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 1.50(h) x 9.50(d)

Table of Contents

Preface     vii
Online Teaching Today and Tomorrow     1
Defining Successful Online Teaching     3
How This Book Can Help You Be Successful     8
Comparing Learning Management Systems     11
Future Trends in Online Learning     14
Resources     21
References     22
Content Areas (Syllabus, Notes, Lesson Plans, and Documents)     24
Strenths and Weaknesses     26
Understanding Content Areas: Organized for Success!     28
Structuring Content Areas for Success     30
Example Uses for Success     42
Example Lesson Plan     44
Resources     49
References     49
E-Mail     50
Strengths and Weaknesses     52
Understanding E-Mail: Individual Connection!     54
Structuring E-Mail for Success     55
Example Uses for Success     55
Example Lesson Plan     61
Resources     67
References     68
Discussion Forums     70
Strengths and Weaknesses     71
Understanding Discussion Forums: Thoughtful Reflection!     75
Structuring Discussion Forums for Success     80
Example Uses for Success     83
Example Lesson Plan     91
Resources     95
References     96
Small Group Learning     98
Strengths and Weaknesses     100
Understanding Small Groups: Building Community!     103
Structuring Small Groups for Success     106
Example Uses for Success     111
Example Lesson Plan     115
Resources     118
References     119
Chat and Instant Messaging     121
Strengths and Weaknesses     123
Understanding Chat: Connection and In-Depth Understanding!     125
Structuring Chats for Success     129
Example Uses for Sucess     134
Example Lesson Plan     138
Resources     141
References     142
Audio/Video Conferencing and Whiteboard     144
Strengths and Weaknesses     148
Understanding Audio/Video Conferencing: Interactive Auditory and Visual Learning!     152
Structuring Video Conferencing and Whiteboards for Success     157
Example Uses for Success     162
Example Lesson Plan     166
Resources      169
References     169
Assessment and Survey Tools     171
Strengths and Weaknesses     173
Understanding Assessment Tools: Part of the Teaching Cycle!     176
Assessment Tools in LMSs     181
Other Online Assessment Tools     186
Example Uses for Success     189
Example Lesson Plan     200
Resources     202
References     203
Blogs and Wikis     205
Strengths and Weaknesses     208
Understanding Blogs and Wikis: Learner Empowerment through Expression!     210
Structuring Blogs and Wikis for Success     213
Example Uses for Success     218
Example Lesson Plan     221
Resources     224
References     225
Learning to Use Multiple Tools     227
Dealing with Inappropriate Online Behavior     228
Create a Teaching Style that Works for You and Your Students     230
Learn the Capability of Your Particular LMS     230
Keeping Current in Online Teaching     231
Finding Resources for Online Teachers     233
Enjoy the Benefits of Online Teaching     233
Example Lesson Plan     236
Resources: Other Cool Tools     237
References     239
About the Authors     240
Index     241