Blended Learning Course 

 In order to be a good online instructor, teachers need to first experience online learning as a student. Participants will participate in a vibrant community of online learners using various online learning tools such as discussion boards, online video, webinars and electronic peer review workshops to learn about best practices for teaching online. Participants will also receive assistance creating their own blended learning course using the learning management system of choice. The purpose of the course is to expand what you already do face-to-face to include online learning spaces for your students.

Course Topics

• Why Go Virtual?
• Unit Planning
• Intellectual Property Rights, Copyright and Creative Commons
• Synchronous and Asynchronous Communication
• Creating Collaborative Environments
• Critical Feedback and Peer Review
• Preparing Students for Blended Learning
• Communication with Key Stakeholders
• Reflecton and Course Completion

Dr. Tammy Stephens Dr. Stephens has a Doctorate in Learning Technologies from Pepperdine University. Her research interests center around using technology to create transformative communication patterns for learning.

Alan Karbel Alan is a Library Media Specialist in the Shorewood School District. He received his Master's Degree in Education from National Louis University.