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9780132107617

Making the Move to K-12 Online Teaching Research-Based Strategies and Practices

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  • ISBN13:

    9780132107617

  • ISBN10:

    0132107619

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2011-10-26
  • Publisher: Pearson
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List Price: $40.00

Summary

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.

Author Biography

 Kerry Rice is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Technology at Boise State University, one of the leading K-12 online teacher preparation programs in the country. She has seven years experience teaching middle school math and science, and over 12 years experience teaching undergraduate and online graduate courses including: Introduction to K-12 Online Teaching, Advanced Online Teaching Methods, Technology Supported Project Based Learning, Integrating Technology in the Classroom Curriculum, and Theoretical Foundations of Educational Technology. Her research centers on the unique needs and challenges of K-12 online teachers and the development of an educational data mining model investigating the impact of teacher professional development, course design, and instructional strategies on student outcomes in online learning environments.

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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