Digital Education: Administration, Theory, and Implementation

Course Description

"Digital Education: Administration, Theory, and Implementation" is an innovative course designed for education professionals seeking to master the art of digital education. This comprehensive program covers the evolution of online learning, best practices from leading institutions, and practical skills for implementing digital education initiatives. Drawing from extensive research and insights from top experts, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to revolutionize education in the digital age.

What Students Will Learn

• The history and evolution of digital education
• Best practices from Columbia University and other leading institutions
• Project management and organization for digital education initiatives
• Fundamentals of blended learning and backwards course design
• Techniques for class filming and effective use of Zoom
• Implementation of HyFlex learning classrooms
• Insights from leaders in digital education across academia and international organizations
• Practical skills for setting up and running digital education units

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. It is designed to be accessible to a wide range of education professionals, from beginners to those with some experience in digital education.

Course Content

• Recent history of digital education initiatives
• Management and organization of digital education projects
• Basics of blended learning
• Backwards course design principles
• Planning digital education projects
• Class filming techniques
• Effective use of Zoom for online teaching
• Digital class delivery methods
• Best practices from leading institutions worldwide
• Insights from interviews with digital education leaders
• Digital education administration
• Theories of online teaching and learning
• Implementation of HyFlex learning classrooms

Who This Course Is For

• Teaching and learning professionals
• Program directors
• Professors
• Educational administrators
• Anyone interested in implementing digital education programs at their institutions

Real-World Application

• Developing and implementing digital education initiatives at universities and colleges
• Enhancing existing online learning programs
• Creating more engaging and effective online courses
• Improving student learning outcomes through digital tools
• Adapting traditional courses to blended or fully online formats
• Managing digital education projects and teams
• Staying competitive in the evolving landscape of higher education

Syllabus Highlights

• Overview of digital education history
• Digital education project management
• Blended learning basics
• Backwards course design
• Digital education project planning
• Class filming techniques
• Zoom utilization for online teaching
• Digital class delivery methods
• Case studies from Columbia University and peer institutions
• Insights from interviews with digital education leaders
• "From Theory to Practice" interviews with experts
• Panel discussions from the "Leveling The Learning Curve" conference
• Downloadable tips and guides for setting up digital education units
• Digital education administration
• Theories of online teaching and learning
• HyFlex learning classroom implementation

This course offers a unique opportunity to gain cutting-edge knowledge and skills in digital education, preparing you to lead the transformation of learning in the 21st century. Whether you're looking to enhance your current role or pivot into the exciting world of digital education, this course provides the foundation you need to succeed.