Engaging the Online Learner

Publisher Description

"Engaging the Online Learners" includes an innovative framework--the Phases of Engagement--that helps instructors become more involved as knowledge generators and cofacilitators of a course. The book also provides specific ideas for tested activities (collected from experienced online instructors across the nation) that can go a long way to improving online learning. "Engaging the Online Learner" offers the tools and information needed to: Convert classroom activities to an online environment "and" use online activities in a classroom-based course ? Assess the learning that occurs as a result of collaborative activities ? Phase-in activities that promote engagement among online learners ? Help online learners use online tools ? Build peer interaction through peer partnerships and team activities ? Create authentic activities ? Implement games and simulations