Promising Practices in Blended & Online Learning
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Promising Practices in Blended & Online Learning
Dr. Bernard [email protected]
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Four Course Design Models
Feedback
A few more considerationsPainfully explicitAn online course should not be the face-to-
face course minus the face-to-face activities.ChunkingExamples and non-examplesGetting informed about the possibilities The design should be done before the course
starts.
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PedagogicalDisciplinary expertiseIntimate knowledge of the course contentKnowledge of the learners (developmental,
context, motivations, etc.)Knowledge of the teaching and learning
possibilitiesPrimary focus upon mentoring and student
mastery of the stated learning objectives
ManagerialPainfully clear and explicit instructions Well-organizedKeep things functioning well
How do you mentor online learners?
MentoringReal-time office hoursOne-on-one real-time and small group
sessionsRecorded audio feedback on workReal-time feedback on work
MentoringLet students communicate ideas using audio
and video.Multiple drafts and ungraded formative
feedbackEnsure that the students can use their
performance on the work in order to improve.My feedback will not be solely focused on
form or substance, but the student’s progress toward expertise with the area of student.
TechnicalFirst line of technical supportKnow where to send studentsManaging the emotions as much as the
technical problemsKnow the tools of the trade“Settings issue” versus “broken”
PastoralThe instructor knows and embraces the
school mission.The instructor welcomes and elicits dialogue
about matters of faith and learning.The instructor promotes a positive Christian
classroom environment.The instructor engages students in how the
content applies to real world contexts.
Spiritual
Spiritual – What is appropriate for each environment?
Teaching Models
Feedback
Communication Plan
Explicit and Intentional
Style
Frequent Communication
A Learning Community
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