Building Blocks of a Learning Module

My new role as the "online learning coordinator" is still being defined, but I thought I would create a resource for our teachers that would introduce them to online learning--the opportunity and the challenge.

Guiding Questions

• Why should I consider using online teaching strategies?
• What characteristics make an effective online teacher?
• What is currently happening in the Issaquah School District?
• How can I determine the opportunities for me and my class?

Goals

• Inform and educate Issaquah teachers about online learning in general and what's happening in the Issaquah School District.
• Help teachers decide if they are ready to pursue online learning.
• Provide information and tools for the teacher to assess opportunities for their class.

Objectives

• Teachers learn about current trends in online learning through informative links.
• Teachers build awareness of what is happening around them through postings of projects and efforts that are currently underway.
• Teachers are given the opportunity to engage with current teachers and administrators to learn how they can make steps to integrate online learning in their classroom.
• Teachers assess their abilities against effective online learning characteristics to determine their professional development needs.
• Teachers request assistance in taking the next steps.