TsinghuaX: Shifting Your Teaching Online

by Tsinghua University

Course Description

This course is tailored for teachers venturing into the realm of online education. Participants will explore the unique facets of online teaching, expand their pedagogical techniques, and build confidence in delivering effective online education. The mode of delivery includes both synchronous and asynchronous methods, boosting interaction and enhancing the learning process through the integration of information technology.

What Students Will Learn

Characteristics of effectual online teaching strategies.
Integration of information technology to foster student-teacher and peer-to-peer interaction.
Diverse pedagogical methods tailored for online environments.
Practical insights from experienced educators on managing virtual classrooms.

Prerequisites or Skills Required

No specific prerequisites are required for this course. It is designed for educators at all levels interested in improving their online teaching skills, but a basic understanding of traditional teaching practices might be beneficial.

Course Contents

The fundamentals of online teaching and learning.
Technological tools for effective online instruction and interaction.
Case studies of successful online teaching strategies.
Designing engaging and interactive online curriculum.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideally suited for university lecturers, school teachers, and educational trainers who are either transitioning to or seeking to enhance their skills in online education.

Real-World Application

Learners can apply the skills acquired from this course to design and deliver engaging, educationally effective online courses. This could be within universities, corporate training, or independent coaching scenarios, providing a robust way to enhance learner engagement and understanding in a digital age.