Engaging the Online Learner

Engaging the Online Learner

This updated edition includes an innovative framework--thePhases of Engagement--that helps learners become more involvedas knowledge generators and cofacilitators of a course. The bookalso provides specific ideas for tested activities (collected fromexperienced online instructors across the nation) that can go along way to improving online learning. Engaging the Online Learneroffers the tools and information needed to:

• Convert classroom activities to an online environment

• Assess the learning that occurs as a result of collaborativeactivities

• Phase in activities that promote engagement among onlinelearners

• Build peer interaction through peer partnerships and teamactivities

• Create authentic activities and implement games andsimulations

Praise for Engaging the Online Learner

"The Phases of Engagement framework provides a road map forcreating community at each phase of an online course. This book isan invaluable guide to innovative practices for onlinelearning."-Judith V. Boettcher, coauthor of The OnlineTeaching Survival Guide

"Engagement is the heart of online learning. The authors havedeveloped an encyclopedia of tried-and-true learner engagementactivities that are authentic and ready to use."-Donald P.Ely, professor emeritus, instructional design, development andevaluation in the School of Education, Syracuse University