Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies

Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies,Second Edition is a practical guide for instructors, instructional designers, and online learning administrators to provide supportive, engaging, and interactive learner experiences. It explores the integration of active and experiential learning approaches and activities, including simulations, gamification, social media integration, project-based learning, scenario-based learning, virtual tours, and online micro-credentialing, to develop authentic skill-building, communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking in learners. New and emerging learning technologies, such as virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence, are included, with examples of how instructors can actively use them in online courses. The book also provides guidelines for the development of participatory and peer-learning, competency-based learning, field-based experiences, clinical experiences, and service-learning opportunities in the online classroom.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 114 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies,Second Edition, is a comprehensive guide for all educators, instructional designers, and online learning administrators who are responsible for designing, developing, teaching, and leading online, hybrid, and blended learning courses and programs. This book delves into the integration of active and experiential learning approaches and activities, such as simulations, gamification, social media integration, project-based learning, scenario-based learning, virtual tours, and online micro-credentialing, with the aim of fostering authentic skill-building, effective communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking among learners.

In this updated edition, the authors have incorporated new and emerging learning technologies, including virtual and augmented reality, and artificial intelligence, to engage learners in experiential learning experiences. They offer practical guidelines for developing participatory and peer-learning environments, competency-based learning, field-based experiences, clinical experiences, and service-learning opportunities within the online classroom. Additionally, the authors provide effective learning strategies, discipline-specific examples, templates, and additional resources that align learner engagement with assessment practices and course outcomes.

By incorporating these best practices, educators can create engaging and interactive learning environments that promote student success and lifelong learning. Whether you are a novice or an experienced online educator, this book provides valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your teaching and learning practices.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 177 x 227 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367690946
Edition number: 2 New edition