Frameworks, Theories and Ideas
While you’re not necessarily designing a true remote learning experience, your students will still benefit from your consideration of some of the underlying principles that have been shown to work in online environments. This collection of modules and resources should help you to frame your ideas and to identify any gaps to be addressed.
Frameworks
- Online Teaching Institute – This Algonquin College micro-learning module covers some foundational remote learning frameworks: Types of Interactions, Community of Inquiry and the ARCS Motivational Design Model.
- Community of Inquiry – This concept map further develops the ideas at the heart of the Community of Inquiry framework.
Learning Modules
The following AC Online content modules, taken from their certificate program “Online Learning Design and Delivery” are being offered as a resource only via the Employee Learning website:
- Online Learning Theories (from EDU2001)
- Developing Online Course Content (from EDU2002)
- Online Course Delivery (from EDU2003)
- Evaluation Essentials (from EDU2004)
Additional Theories and Ideas
Educators often find themselves standing at the crossroads between innovative use of technology as trendy or as an evidence-based practice. The following resources can help you with creating enriching learning experiences: