This workshop examines strategies faculty can use to actively engage learners and create instructor presence in building a meaningful learning environment. We will discuss characteristics of online learners and their needs, followed by ways students can engage with their instructor, peers, and content in online courses. Additionally, the presenter will provide an overview of key Moodle settings and features that will assist in performing instructional activities (e.g., providing feedback, grading, and communicating with students).
By the end of the workshop, attendees will be able to:
- Apply strategies to facilitate engagement in an online course
- Navigate within a Moodle course and edit various activities and resources to ensure course setup is optimal for student engagement
- Identify Moodle and technology support services and resources to use as assistance is needed
Note: This is not a Moodle "how-to" workshop or a workshop on how to develop an online course. A recommended pre-requisite is to have a working knowledge of Moodle. For Moodle or technology-related questions, contact the FTC (ftc@lsu.edu; 578-3375, option 2).
For more information and to register, visit the LSU Training & Event Registration site.
Those wishing to learn more about effective instructional practices may find this webinar recording helpful: Facilitating an Online Course: Effective Instructional Practices Video
