Description
Written specifically for K-12 teachers, this book covers all aspects of online education.
Unique in its focus on K-12 learning, this book shows educators how to transform their teaching as they move from traditional face-to-face classrooms to online settings. Taking into account what teachers know about effective traditional classrooms, Kerry Rice guides the reader step by step through the change showing how familiar concepts, such as setting the tone, building community, course design, lesson planning and assessment, must be re-examined in the context of the online classroom. With the simple premise that teachers need practical information to move beyond traditional practices, it provides an overview of the key principles of effective online instruction, emphasizes the power of the learner-centered approach, and discusses the technology tools that make online delivery and design possible. Filled with checklists, guidelines, vignettes and sample lessons, the book guides educators through the changing landscape of education as they make the move to K-12 online teaching.
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1: An Overview of K-12 Online Education
What is Distance Learning?
What is Online Learning?
K-12 Online Overview
The Quality of Online Education
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 2: Key Principles of Effective Online Instruction
When the Classroom Moves Online
Learner-Centeredness
Considerations When Choosing Instructional Strategies
The Qualities of Successful Online Teachers
Do You Have What it Takes to Teach Online?
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 3: Tools for Teaching Online
Tools for Delivering Instruction Online
Tools for Designing Instructional Elements
Aligning Tools to Learner-Centered Attributes
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 4: Setting the Tone
The “Teacher” in Online Teaching
Preparing For Your Online Classroom
Planning for Instruction
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 5: Collaboration and Community Building
What is Online Community?
Strategies for Building Community
Strategies for Online Collaboration
Managing Collaborative Activities
Assessing Collaboration and Community Building Activities
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 6: Facilitating Effective Online Discussions
Rationale for Using Discussion Forums
Preparing for Online Discussions
Facilitating Effective Online Discussions
Assessing Online Discussions
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 7: Designing Quality Online Lessons
Planning Lessons for Online Delivery
Managing Your Course Site
Lesson Design 295
Assessment
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 8: Supporting Learners with Special Needs
Characteristics of Successful Online Learners
Support for Learners with Special Needs
Identifying Students with Special Needs
Differentiating Instruction for Struggling Students
Types of Learning Difficulties and Tier One and Two Interventions
Accessibility, Assistive Technology and Tier Three Accommodations
Putting it All Together
Assessment
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Chapter 9: Special Concerns in Online Learning Environments
Digital Citizenship
Final Thoughts
Apply What You Have Learned
Chapter Resources
References
Index
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Making the Move to K-12 Online Teaching: Research-Based Strategies and Practices, CourseSmart eTextbook
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$19.99 | ISBN-13: 978-0-13-139305-9
