Blending Synchronous and Asynchronous Instructional Time in Online Learning

This fall, I am continuing my master’s studies at UVIC and taking the course “Theory and Discourse on Distributed and Open Learning” while also teaching part-time at an online school in BC. A few weeks ago in class at UVIC, we discussed possibilities for blending asynchronous and synchronous instructional time as teachers and are practicing […]

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Thinking about Student-to-Student Engagement in Online, Asynchronous Learning Environments

Online learning is very different than in-person learning. As an online teacher, I have done research on what it takes for students to be engaged. One interesting article that I recently read on this topic was the “Trifecta of Student Engagement: A Framework for Engaging Students in Online Courses” written by Heather J. Leslie at […]

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