Teaching Online: Prospective Online Teachers’ Experiences and Prioritized Areas for Training

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Abstract

To become effective online instructors, teachers need to develop knowledge and a new set of skills conducive to creating a meaningful and successful learning experience for online students. This study surveyed 36 prospective online instructors on their experiences with technology, online pedagogy, online assessment, and course design skills to identify and prioritize areas for training and professional development. Implications for instructional design and future research were discussed.

Original languageAmerican English
Title of host publicationSociety for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference
Pages234-239
Number of pages6
StatePublished - 2015
Event2015 Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference -
Duration: 2 Mar 2015 → …

Conference

Conference2015 Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference
Period2/03/15 → …

Keywords

  • technological
  • pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK)
  • distance/flexible education
  • graduate education & faculty development
  • assessment
  • training

EGS Disciplines

  • Instructional Media Design
  • Teacher Education and Professional Development
  • Online and Distance Education

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