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Fully Online Doesn't Mean Inactive

Active and passive learning are critical concepts to ponder for online learning. Each one has positive benefits when explored and applied in the context of learning and the designing of instruction. There is, however, a difference between passive and inactive. One is an intentional part of learning while the other is the absence of something. We will explore these and other concepts in this course. In addition, strategies will be shared that will enable educators to make their online instruction more engaging and beneficial for learners.

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Course Testimonials

"Great course with excellent references. Thanks "

"I loved this course! It validated a lot of my experiences teaching online and presented new ideas for me to consider!"

"I found this course content to be very helpful and feel I will be able to utilize its content in teaching blended courses."

"The course was great. I was able to learn a lot. I loved reading the discussion responses that my peers created. It helped me look at different points of view. "

"I enjoyed this course and found it to be both practical and relevant to my work as an online instructor. The modules reinforced the importance of active learning, intentional instructional design, student engagement, and continuous instructor presence in the online classroom. I appreciated that the course focused not only on theory but also on strategies that can be applied immediately in a teaching environment. One of the most valuable takeaways for me was the reminder that successful online learning requires thoughtful course design that provides flexibility, multiple pathways for engagement, and meaningful opportunities for students to apply what they are learning. The course also highlighted the importance of building strong connections with students and monitoring engagement throughout the learning process. Overall, this course provided useful insights and practical ideas that I can incorporate into my online teaching practices to better support student success and create more engaging learning experiences."

Course Objectives

Module 1: The Usefulness of Active Learning

Compare the differences in active and inactive learning
Explore the importance of active learning
Review the intentional need for instructional planning in achieving active learning
Explore strategies for increasing online activity

Module 2: The Importance of Passive Learning

Review the main characteristics of passive learning
Analyze the differences between passive and inactive learning
Examine the importance of instructional planning in achieving passive learning
Explore strategies for increasing online passive learning

Module 3: The Challenge of Inactive Learning

Explore the observable characteristics of inactive learning
Examine ways instructors can help students avoid inactive learning
Review ways instructors can move students beyond inactive learning
Analyze what makes online learning inactive

Module 4: The Benefits of Online in the Learning Process

Explore various augmentations technology that can apply to the learning process
Examine the critical need for students to be able to customize their own learning process
Review the importance of designing continual access
Review the importance of providing opportunities for students to integrate additional learning resources
Analyze how fully online delivery can maximize active learning

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Course Format

Can Start Anytime
Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

Study Course Content
Pass ALL Required Quizzes

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4 Hours of Continuing Education
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Certification Credits

This course provides a Certificate of Completion with 4 hours of continuing education credits.
This course provides credit toward the Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) credential in the following specialization area(s):
- CHEP in Online Teaching
This course provides credit toward the continuing education requirements for CHEPs in all areas of specialization.

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