Making Online Learning Active (Inside Higher Ed)

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"We are often so fixated on online learning’s shortcomings that we slight its unique advantages. Students can have anytime, anywhere access to class materials.  We can make a wealth of primary sources and data readily available to students: textual, visual, aural, qualitative, and quantitative.  We can give all students the opportunity to participate and contribute – not simply the most talkative and self-confident. "—Source: Inside Higher Ed

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WHY THIS MATTERS:

Active engagement is necessary for students to fully connect with course material and have a solid learning experience. While this can be difficult when classes are conducted online, some pedagogical tweaks can help keep everyone involved.