ED106 - Enhancing Student Learning
Facilitator: Dr. Ryan Meers
This course provides methodologies and examples to help instructors increase content retention and application by students in need of support. The course starts by covering the skills needed by instructors to be clear communicators. We then discuss ways instructors can become effective in monitoring students and using student groups as learning tools. The course concludes by covering techniques and strategies to instruct diverse learners, including learners with disabilities.
Course Reviews
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Testimonials:
I believe this course was thought provoking. The facilitator asked questions that applied directly to the lesson content.
This course was GREAT! It has helped me a lot in my technique in teaching.
I hope all instructors get to take this course. It was very helpful, and inspiring for me. I think it made me a better educator.
I truly enjoy the class. It provided me with some great insights to improve my teaching skills.
I learned some great techniques for students with learning disabilities.
The things that I learned from the course and the participants in the forums will definitely reinforce my instructional knowledge.
Course Structure
Course Format
- Can Start Anytime
- Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
- Faculty Support (facilitator/coach)
Course Length
- 4 Hours of Activities
- 4 Weeks to Complete the Course
- Can Finish Faster
Completion Requirements
- Study Course Content
- Participate in Forum Discussions *
- Pass ALL Required Quizzes
- Complete Online Course Survey
* You are required to participate in the course forum. We will assess the level of your discussion activity in the forum and may request an additional opportunity to engage you further in the discussion process prior to your certificate being awarded.
Technology Requirements
- A Web browser with JavaScript and cookies enabled
- Adobe Flash Player
- Speakers or headphones
Course Objectives
Module 1: Developing Your Communication Skills
- List different ways of delivering clear presentations.
- Identify different ways of reinforcing new content.
- Use reinforcing strategies to assist students with content retention.
- Create a plan to refine your communication skills.
Module 2: Organizing Student Learning Groups
- List ways of becoming an effective monitor.
- Organize student-learning groups.
- Use student groups as learning tools.
Module 3: Instructing Diverse Learners
- Identify the different categories of diverse learners.
- Describe the characteristics of diverse learners.
- Use the strategies suggested for working with diverse learners.
Module 4: Instructing Learners with Disabilities
- Identify the different categories of students with learning disabilities.
- Determine the characteristics of students with learning disabilities.
- Use the strategies suggested for working with students with learning disabilities.
Certificate/CEUs
Completion of this Course:
- Certificate of Completion
- 4 Hours of Continuing Education
How to Enroll
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