How to conduct an effective online course

1. knowledge

1.1. content knowledge

1.2. research

1.3. content expert

1.4. exploring all resources

2. availability

2.1. email

2.2. phone

2.3. quick response time

2.4. answer questions in syllabus

3. goals and outcomes

3.1. measureable

3.2. attainable

3.3. ZPD

3.4. standards-based

3.5. clear and concise

4. assignments

4.1. standards based

4.2. goals based

4.3. engaging

4.4. interactive

4.5. attainable

5. interaction

5.1. feedback

5.1.1. detailed

5.1.2. timely

5.1.3. help the student solve a problem

5.1.4. clear expectations

5.2. discussions

5.2.1. responding to classmates

5.2.2. self-introductions

5.2.3. opinion sharing

5.3. analyzing peer work

5.4. providing feedback to peers

6. time management

6.1. pacing guides

6.2. deadlines and due dates

6.3. due dates

6.4. workload

7. organization

7.1. modules

7.2. topics

7.3. calendars

7.4. scope and sequence

8. resources

8.1. textbooks

8.2. articles and journals

8.3. videos

8.4. online presentations

8.5. websites and tutorials

8.6. libraries and classrooms

8.7. electronics

8.7.1. PC

8.7.1.1. Mac

8.7.1.1.1. hardware requirements

9. assessment

9.1. grading scale

9.1.1. quizzes

9.1.2. tests

9.1.3. assignments

9.1.4. discussions