3rd Edition
Essentials of Online Course Design A Standards-Based Guide
Introduction to this Guide Part 1: Introducing Online Learning 1. Orientation to Online Teaching and Learning 2. Elements of an Online Course: A Tour Part 2: Communicating Online 3. Access for All: Language and Writing Style 4. Access for All: Visual Design Basics Part 3: Developing and Using Engaging Course Materials 5. Engaging the Online Learner 6. Activities and Tools: Working Collaboratively and Independently 7. Finding and Using Resources that Engage 8. Assessment and Feedback Part 4: Building the Online Course 9. Building the Course Foundation: Outcomes, Syllabus, and Course Outline 10. Structuring the Course: Lesson Design Appendix A: Writing Learning Outcomes Appendix B: Using the Standards Checklist
Biography
Marjorie Vai has been directly involved with online education and training for 30 years. Most recently she designed and developed the online graduate program in teaching English at The New School, USA.
Kristen Sosulski is Executive Director of the Learning Science and Clinical Professor of Technology, Operations Management, and Statitistics at New York University, Stern School Business, USA.
