UMUC-Verizon Virtual Resource Site -- Module 2 Introduction

Module 2 Introduction

Module 2: Delivering Online Interactive Courses

Introduction

This module presents extensive information about realities and successful practices in online course delivery, with particular attention paid to ways of encouraging interactivity as a key influence on students' learning styles. Prominent emphases include strategies for managing the use of technology in research assignments, small group projects, discussions, and other activities that foster interaction. The object of this module is to promote sound pedagogical strategies for the online learning environment by offering a range of perspectives from experienced practitioners.

You can navigate Module 2 in three ways:

To look at examples of how practitioners from a range of disciplines have integrated strategies for enhancing interactive learning, follow the Managing Interaction link above.
If you would like to put these strategies into a conceptual context of course design, follow the Systems Approach link above.
To see a list of all examples organized by author, field, and technology, click on the Index button at the top of any page.

We are interested in receiving your evaluation of this resource and learning about other exemplary uses of technology in Web-based instruction. If you have comments, questions, or examples, please contact us by clicking on the Feedback button at the top of any page.

This project is a joint initiative of the Center for the Virtual University and the Center for Teaching and Learning at UMUC.