The Covid-19 crisis has led to worsening mental health and increased stress among students. Kathleen Chim talks about how the Open University of Hong Kong has tried to build students’ mental resilience through socio-emotional learning
Three online teaching experts share advice for motivating students to read and engage with microlectures online, then answer questions on key challenges
Two online teaching experts share advice on producing and using effective microlecture videos that keep students interested and engaged with online courses
Three online teaching experts share advice on how to foster quality discussions among students online to aid learning
Three digital teaching experts share advice on how to organise an online course effectively and answer questions about some key challenges during this ACUE webinar
Three remote teaching experts share advice on building an authentic and engaging instructor presence online to support effective communication with students
Three online teaching experts share advice on creating a welcoming virtual learning environment for students before answering questions about key challenges of transitioning to remote courses
As remote and blended learning models look set to remain in place, universities need to consider how to scale up online courses while maintaining or enhancing the quality. In their recent research, Michael Fried and Jenna Joo outline three effective scaling strategies
Four academics offer practical advice on different aspects of online teaching and learning based on lessons from the rapid pivot to remote courses triggered by Covid-19
Chrysi Rapanta consolidates the knowledge of four online teaching experts to produce guidance on what pedagogical content knowledge faculty need in order to develop effective digital courses. Here, we have condensed her research to present the collective key findings
Being outdoors can offer both students and teachers dozens of benefits, from improved learning outcomes to better mental health. Here, Aimée Little talks about taking online classes outside
Online learning can be particularly challenging for students with learning difficulties such as ADHD. Kate Lister offers some simple steps every instructor can take to help students with ADHD stay engaged
Relating your online teaching content to real-world interests and issues affecting your students is a great way to win and keep their attention. Tina Joshi explains how she does this
Asking students questions during online classes offers insight into what they understand and where they need support, and boosts engagement with the material. Here David Martin explains how instructors can go about doing this effectively when teaching remotely
With most students new to online learning, many may lack the confidence to actively participate in group classes. Georgina Blakeley offers her tips on fostering a sense of belonging that aids interaction among students