This class is designed for teaching and learning professionals, program directors, professors and others interested in implementing digital education programs at their institutions.
It includes an overview of the history of digital education initiatives, suggestions on managing and digital education projects, and guides to the basics of blended learning, backwards course design, class filming, zoom use, and digital class delivery.
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This class is designed for teaching and learning professionals, program directors, professors and others interested in implementing digital education programs at their institutions.
It includes an overview of the history of digital education initiatives, suggestions on managing and digital education projects, and guides to the basics of blended learning, backwards course design, class filming, zoom use, and digital class delivery.
This class is designed for teaching and learning professionals, program directors, professors and others interested in implementing digital education programs at their institutions.
It includes an overview of the history of digital education initiatives, suggestions on managing and digital education projects, and guides to the basics of blended learning, backwards course design, class filming, zoom use, and digital class delivery.
This course builds on examples and best practices from Columbia University and peer institutions around the world, and draws on the more than 50 interviews conducted in the research of the Leveling the Learning Curve book project.
It also shares insights, tips, and guides from leaders of top digital education programs at leading universities around the world such as Stanford, Penn, ASU, Dartmouth, Georgia Tech, UC Berkeley and many others, as well as leaders from the Digital Education divisions of the World Bank, UNDP, and PBS Learning Media.
No prerequisite experience with digital education tools is required to be successful in this course. All you need is basic computer operation skills. The course utilizes presentation tools such as PowerPoint, video conferencing software Zoom and Panopto, and Canvas LMS. DIY tools such as ring light, microphone, webcam, and green screen are introduced but not required.
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Module 1: Creating the New Connected University
This module covers the concept of a connected university, how to lead digital transformation in education, the competencies needed to make digital education work, and how to approach program and course design in networked learning.
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Develop a Course Trailer Video
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Create a compelling video that promotes your digital course and highlights its value to potential students.
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Write a script for the video
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Film and edit the video
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Upload the video to YouTube or other platforms
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Share the video on social media and other channels
Read 'Teaching Online: A Practical Guide' by Susan Ko
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Gain practical advice and guidance on how to effectively design, deliver, and evaluate online courses.
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Read the book's chapters on course design and development
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Summarize the key principles and strategies discussed
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Identify areas where you can apply the book's insights to your own teaching
Follow a Tutorial on Zoom Classroom Management
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Gain hands-on experience with using Zoom's features for managing online classes, including breakout rooms, polling, and screen sharing.
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Find a suitable tutorial on YouTube or other platforms
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Follow the tutorial and complete the exercises
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Practice using the Zoom features covered in the tutorial in your own online sessions
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Create a detailed design for a blended learning module, incorporating both online and face-to-face elements.
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Define the learning objectives for the module
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Select appropriate online and face-to-face activities
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Develop a schedule for the module
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Plan for assessment and feedback
Attend a Webinar on Digital Education Best Practices
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Gain insights from experts in the field of digital education and learn about the latest strategies and technologies for effective online learning.
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Digital Education
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Identify and register for a relevant webinar
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Attend the webinar and take notes on key points
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Reflect on the information presented and consider how to apply it to your own teaching
Develop an Instructional Course Design Plan
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Develop a comprehensive plan for designing and delivering a digital course, including learning objectives, assessment strategies, and technology integration.
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Course Design
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Analyze course goals and objectives
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Research and select appropriate technologies
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Create a storyboard or outline for the course
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Design assessments and rubrics
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Develop a plan for implementation and evaluation
Participate in a Peer Review of Course Materials
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Gain feedback from peers on the quality and effectiveness of your digital course materials.
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Identify a peer who is also teaching a digital course
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Exchange course materials and provide constructive feedback
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Implement feedback and iterate on your own course materials
Create a Portfolio of Digital Teaching Materials
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Build a comprehensive portfolio of digital teaching materials to showcase your skills and expertise in digital education.
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Portfolio
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Gather and organize your existing digital teaching materials
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Develop new materials to fill any gaps in your portfolio
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Create a website or online platform to showcase your portfolio
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Share your portfolio with potential employers and collaborators
Develop a Course Trailer Video
Show steps
Create a compelling video that promotes your digital course and highlights its value to potential students.
Browse courses on
Marketing
Show steps
- Write a script for the video
- Film and edit the video
- Upload the video to YouTube or other platforms
- Share the video on social media and other channels
Read 'Teaching Online: A Practical Guide' by Susan Ko
Show steps
Gain practical advice and guidance on how to effectively design, deliver, and evaluate online courses.
View
Best Practices for Mentoring in Online Programs
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read the book's chapters on course design and development
- Summarize the key principles and strategies discussed
- Identify areas where you can apply the book's insights to your own teaching
Follow a Tutorial on Zoom Classroom Management
Show steps
Gain hands-on experience with using Zoom's features for managing online classes, including breakout rooms, polling, and screen sharing.
Browse courses on
Zoom
Show steps
- Find a suitable tutorial on YouTube or other platforms
- Follow the tutorial and complete the exercises
- Practice using the Zoom features covered in the tutorial in your own online sessions
Design a Blended Learning Module
Show steps
Create a detailed design for a blended learning module, incorporating both online and face-to-face elements.
Browse courses on
Blended Learning
Show steps
- Define the learning objectives for the module
- Select appropriate online and face-to-face activities
- Develop a schedule for the module
- Plan for assessment and feedback
Attend a Webinar on Digital Education Best Practices
Show steps
Gain insights from experts in the field of digital education and learn about the latest strategies and technologies for effective online learning.
Browse courses on
Digital Education
Show steps
- Identify and register for a relevant webinar
- Attend the webinar and take notes on key points
- Reflect on the information presented and consider how to apply it to your own teaching
Develop an Instructional Course Design Plan
Show steps
Develop a comprehensive plan for designing and delivering a digital course, including learning objectives, assessment strategies, and technology integration.
Browse courses on
Course Design
Show steps
- Analyze course goals and objectives
- Research and select appropriate technologies
- Create a storyboard or outline for the course
- Design assessments and rubrics
- Develop a plan for implementation and evaluation
Participate in a Peer Review of Course Materials
Show steps
Gain feedback from peers on the quality and effectiveness of your digital course materials.
Browse courses on
Peer Review
Show steps
- Identify a peer who is also teaching a digital course
- Exchange course materials and provide constructive feedback
- Implement feedback and iterate on your own course materials
Create a Portfolio of Digital Teaching Materials
Show steps
Build a comprehensive portfolio of digital teaching materials to showcase your skills and expertise in digital education.
Browse courses on
Portfolio
Show steps
- Gather and organize your existing digital teaching materials
- Develop new materials to fill any gaps in your portfolio
- Create a website or online platform to showcase your portfolio
- Share your portfolio with potential employers and collaborators
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