About This Course
This Course will provide you with an opportunity to self-evaluate your understanding of and interest in a range of online teaching practices. It requires you to reflect on the current educational landscape and assess your previous knowledge and experience as well as your inclination, confidence and interest towards the integration of technology in education. Based on your responses, you will be...
Show moreWhat you'll learn
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Learn How To Possition Yourself Onset
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Learn To Be Camera Concious
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Learn How To Teach Online
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Self Evaluation
Course Curriculum
Module 1
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How To Teach Online Course Overview
1 min : 32 sec watchHow To Teach Online Course Overview
Key Concept Why is Online Teaching Important
3 mins : 43 sec watchKey Concept Why is Online Teaching Important
Case Study Why is Online Teaching Important (Optional)
6 mins : 22 sec watchCase Study Why is Online Teaching Important (Optional)
Case Study - Learning Online from a Student Perspective (Optional)
8 mins : 57 sec watchCase Study - Learning Online from a Student Perspective (Optional)
Discussion Prompt
1 min readDiscussion prompt
Module 2
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Overview
1 min : 24 sec watchOverview
Key Concept - Open and Institutionally Supported Technologies
5 mins : 19 sec watchKey Concept - Open and Institutionally Supported Technologies
Case Study - Using Google Sites to Build Online Portfolios (K-12) (Optional)
9 mins : 30 sec watchCase Study - Using Google Sites to Build Online Portfolios (K-12) (Optional)
Case Study - Learning Management System or the Open Web (Optional)
5 mins : 25 sec watchCase Study - Learning Management System or the Open Web (Optional)
Assignment 1 Tips How to Get the Most from the Assignment
2 mins : 4 sec watchAssignment 1 Tips How to Get the Most from the Assignment
Assignment 1 Tips Evidence and Referencing
3 mins : 59 sec watchAssignment 1 Tips Evidence and Referencing
discussion promt 2.2
1 min readdiscussion promt 2.2
Self Evaluation
1 min readEvaluate your self and respond
Module 3
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Overview
1 min : 1 sec watchOverview
Key Concept Planning Online Learning
4 mins : 46 sec watchKey Concept Planning Online Learning in module 3
Case Study Using Online Environments for Teaching Large Classes (Optional)
7 mins : 14 sec watchCase Study Using Online Environments for Teaching Large Classes (Optional)
Case Study The Flipped Classroom (Optional)
8 mins : 36 sec watchCase Study The Flipped Classroom (Optional)
Case Study Planning Your Online Class (Optional)
5 mins : 25 sec watchCase Study Planning Your Online Class (Optional)
module 4
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Overview 4
54 sec watchOverview 4
Key Concept Online Learning Activities 4
1 min : 59 sec watchKey Concept Online Learning Activities 4
Case Study Video Conferencing in Museum Education (K 12) (Optional) 4
9 mins : 59 sec watchCase Study Video Conferencing in Museum Education (K 12) (Optional) 4
Case Study Teaching with Web 2.0 Technologies 4
8 mins : 51 sec watchCase Study Teaching with Web 2.0 Technologies 4
Case Study iLabs Online Access to Remote Laboratories 4
7 mins : 28 sec watchCase Study iLabs Online Access to Remote Laboratories 4
Case Study Considerations for Choosing Technology (Optional) 4
5 mins : 37 sec watchCase Study Considerations for Choosing Technology (Optional) 4
Case Study Using Online Lectures to Support Active Learning (Optional) 4
7 mins : 51 sec watchCase Study Using Online Lectures to Support Active Learning (Optional) 4
Case Study - Using Online Communities to Foster Collaboration in Visual Arts (K-12) (Optional) 4
8 mins : 34 sec watchCase Study - Using Online Communities to Foster Collaboration in Visual Arts (K-12) (Optional) 4
Case Study - Using Flickr as an Online Classroom (Optional) 4
9 mins : 2 sec watchCase Study - Using Flickr as an Online Classroom (Optional) 4
Case Study - Teaching Using Scenario Based Simulations in Second Life (Optional) 4
6 mins : 9 sec watchCase Study - Teaching Using Scenario Based Simulations in Second Life (Optional) 4
Module 5
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overview module 5
54 sec watchoverview module 5
Key Concept - Online Assessment Strategies 5
3 mins : 12 sec watchKey Concept - Online Assessment Strategies 5
Case Study - Using ePortfolios as a Reflective Teaching Tool (Optional)
7 mins : 15 sec watchCase Study - Using ePortfolios as a Reflective Teaching Tool (Optional)
Case Study - Using Audio Feedback (Optional)
8 mins : 9 sec watchCase Study - Using Audio Feedback (Optional)
Case Study - Formative Online Assessment in Medicine (Optional)
10 mins : 20 sec watchCase Study - Formative Online Assessment in Medicine (Optional)
Module 6
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OverView 6
1 min : 6 sec watchOverView 6
Key Concept - Online Resources
4 mins : 31 sec watchKey Concept - Online Resources
Case Study - Understanding Creative Commons (Optional)
8 mins : 19 sec watchCase Study - Understanding Creative Commons (Optional)
Case Study - Integrating Online Resources into Your Teaching (Optional)
6 mins : 12 sec watchCase Study - Integrating Online Resources into Your Teaching (Optional)
Case Study - Hippocrates. Online Medical Tutorials (Optional)
8 mins : 47 sec watchCase Study - Hippocrates. Online Medical Tutorials (Optional)
Case Study - Creating eBooks for Distance Education (Optional)
3 mins : 52 sec watchCase Study - Creating eBooks for Distance Education (Optional)
Module 7
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Overview 7
1 min : 18 sec watchoverview 7
Key Concept - Engaging and Motivating Students 7
4 mins : 2 sec watchKey Concept - Engaging and Motivating Students 7
Case Study - Using Wikis for Student Collaboration (Optional) 7
5 mins : 39 sec watchCase Study - Using Wikis for Student Collaboration (Optional) 7
Case Study - Online Teamwork and Collaboration (Optional) 7
5 mins : 39 sec watchCase Study - Online Teamwork and Collaboration (Optional) 7
Case Study - Managing Your Time when Teaching Online (Optional) 7
4 mins : 56 sec watchCase Study - Managing Your Time when Teaching Online (Optional) 7
Case Study - Increasing Student Engagement Using Podcasts (Optional) 7
5 mins : 21 sec watchCase Study - Increasing Student Engagement Using Podcasts (Optional) 7
Case Study - Fostering Student Engagement with Stile (K-12) (Optional)
8 mins : 56 sec watchCase Study - Fostering Student Engagement with Stile (K-12) (Optional)
Case Study - Flipped Language Class (Optional) 7
7 mins : 47 sec watchCase Study - Flipped Language Class (Optional) 7
Case Study - Engaging and Motivating Students (Optional) 7
6 mins : 4 sec watchCase Study - Engaging and Motivating Students (Optional) 7
Case Study - Conducting Effective Online Discussions (Optional) 7
6 mins : 41 sec watchCase Study - Conducting Effective Online Discussions (Optional) 7
Module 8
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Overview 8
1 min : 9 sec watchOverview 8
Key Concept - Evaluation Strategies
3 mins : 28 sec watchKey Concept - Evaluation Strategies
Case Study - Learning Analytics to Inform Teaching Practice
7 mins : 45 sec watchCase Study - Learning Analytics to Inform Teaching Practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Sign up for a free instructor account, complete your profile (bio, photo, expertise areas), then submit a brief course proposal. Once approved, you’ll gain access to our course-builder dashboard and onboarding tutorials.
A drag-and-drop lesson editor (video, slides, quizzes) – Built-in discussion boards and live-chat for Q&A – Automated assessments (grids, quizzes, assignments) – Analytics dashboard to track engagement and completion rates
Break your curriculum into 4–6 bite-sized modules, each with:
A clear learning objective
A 5–10 min video or slide deck
An interactive quiz or activity
A downloadable resource or assignment
Use mixed media: polls, breakout rooms, peer reviews – Gamify progress with badges or completion certificates – Host live office hours or drop-in labs – Encourage discussion by posing real-world scenarios
A stable internet connection (5 Mbps+) – Webcam and microphone (headset recommended) – Modern browser (Chrome/Firefox up to date) – Optional: screen-recording software for demos (e.g., OBS)
Prerequisites
Platform Access & Account Setup
– Active Aakadimia instructor account (profile photo, bio, verified email)
– Completed our short “Instructor Onboarding” tutorial • Time Commitment & Mindset
– 3–5 hours per week for course creation, revisions, and student interaction
– Growth mindset: open to feedback, iteration, and continuous improvement