Description
The nature of the 21st-century classroom is rapidly changing. Online education in K-12, also called virtual schooling, is growing at approximately 30 percent annually. With this rise comes an increase in demand for experienced teachers to provide instruction online, which adds another dimension to teacher quality. Skill sets acquired for teaching in a traditional classroom setting are not adequate preparation for online teaching, or online course development. As a result, the intent of the proposed graduate course is designed to prepare currently certified teachers in theoretical, technical and pedagogical foundations of online instruction.
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.