Description
Our students are part of a generation born with technology at its fingertips. They are risk-takers, not afraid to venture into new learning experiences. And they are our future… a future that will be expected to communicate globally, think critically, and learn independently. To help our students reap the maximum benefits of their online course, we need to investigate how best to facilitate learning in the online environment.
This course is for professional development credit only. VirtualSC PD courses do not count towards any type of degree.
Course Outline
Week 1: Student Orientation
Week 2: Fostering Student Engagement
Week 3: Managing Community Dynamics
Week 4: Promoting Peer Support and Collaboration
Week 5: Facilitating Productive Online Discussions
Week 6: Providing Constructive Feedback and Assessment
Week 7: Managing Academic Integrity
Prerequisites
This is an advanced level course for teachers, literacy coaches, curriculum specialists, professional development specialists, or other school personnel. Participants are expected to have regular access to computers with Internet access. They will also need speakers and a microphone (or a headset or telephone) to participate in the Ultra Virtual Meeting sessions. In addition, participants should be proficient with browsing the Internet, uploading and downloading content, navigating to computer files, and with using word processing software, email, and attachments.
Required Materials
All materials in this course are the property of the South Carolina Department of Education Office of VirtualSC PD. All course materials needed/required for the workshop are available online.
Registration
When you register for a graduate course there are two steps: first with VirtualSC PD and then with The College of Charleston. Upon registration with VirtualSC PD, directions will be emailed to you for completing registration with The College of Charleston. Check the email used to create your Genius account often.
- Registration with The College of Charleston is required for each graduate course in order for credit to be awarded.