Chapter 1. Online Learning Approach

Guiding Questions

  • Why is congruency important?

  • Why are planning, presentation and practice keys to successful online learning?

  • Why is planning the central activity of instructional design?

  • What are the limitations of content presentation?

  • Why is it important for learners to be active?

  • What is the role of instructional support?

Chapter Overview

In this chapter, the specific online learning approach that has been adopted for this text is described. The approach focuses on three phases: planning, presentation, and practice. By implementing these three phases of instructional design, you will ensure the development of quality online learning. In the planning phase, you will decide what to teach. In the presentation phase, ...

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