Blend synchronous and asynchronous teaching
When do you teach certain content? How do you teach it? Knowing the affordances of synchronous and asynchronous learning will help you plan out your unit to capitalise on the mediums and modes of delivery. .
How to make blended learning successful
Teaching in a blended format provides an array of benefits for students and allows flexibility in learning.
To make the most of blended learning, here are six key strategies that you can implement to make it a successful experience.
1. Design for both synchronous and asynchronous learning
2. Connect asynchronous and synchronous learning
3. Clearly communicate expectations for synchronous and asynchronous learning
4. Use engagement tools to facilitate interactivity
5. Establish and maintain a visible online presence
6. Acknowledge students’ engagement and provide opportunities for feedback
How to make the most of hybrid teaching
Hybrid teaching is a mixed mode where some students will be present with you in the room while others join remotely either synchronously or asynchronously. Hybrid teaching requires some extra planning to make the most of your teaching and ensure cohesion between the two cohorts (online and face-to-face).
Here are five key strategies to consider when running a hybrid session.
1. Design for online synchronous engagement and adapt for face-to-face
2. Get to know the technology in the room
3. Provide clear instructions in both Moodle and in the live session
4. Plan your collaborative activities with technology in mind
5. Make links and connections between the two environments
How to make the most of online learning
Studying online can be rich, interactive and highly satisfying for both the learner and educator. It can enable a more flexible learning environment as students can learn from anywhere that they can access the Internet. Depending on the activity type, it can also be completed in their own time, supporting self-regulated learning (Croft, Dalton, & Grant, 2010).
Here are five key strategies to consider when running an online unit or course.
1. Redesign for the online space
2. Design for both synchronous and asynchronous learning
3. Introduce new technology selectively
4. Use technology to increase interactivity
5. Maintain an online presence
Rich online engagement
View this downloadable quick guide that provides 4 tips to create a quality online student experience.