Chapter 1
Examining the Concept of eCourses
IN THIS CHAPTER
Looking at types of online courses and reasons to create one
Choosing a topic and nailing the necessities
Recognizing the reality of online course development
If you are reading this book, then your curiosity has been piqued regarding what an online course is and the effect it can have on your life. The market for online learning is projected to continue reaching hundreds of billions in revenue in future years.
Being a teacher for 22 years and teaching in the online realm for 18+ years, I can say I have seen many things — some good, some exceptional, some bad, and some horrific. I have evolved as a teacher, and when I look back at what I did in 2005 versus what I do now, it’s a different realm of reality.
For example, my first course online was just a shell with my notes and slides posted. I can almost guarantee the material was not accessible, as I did not know what that meant in 2005. There were no low-stake assessments, few if any practice materials, and all grades were based on high-stake exams. Immediately after my first semester, I started to make drastic changes to support student success. I knew I could never have ...
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