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Active Learning in an Online Environment

This course will provide you with a basic overview of the background and history of the popular instructional method called active learning. This method differs from traditional educational methods such as the lecture model. Active learning has a definite place in education especially in the online learning environments. It is used to support teaching outcomes like critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills and knowledge acquisition that all instructors wish for their students. However, active learning it calls for a change of attitude on the part of students and the instructor in order to be successful. But the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages as it can make students enthusiastic about learning. Learn about this brave new world of teaching and learning for the next generation.

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In conjunction with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, MaxKnowledge has been honored by the 1EdTech Consortium as a Learning Impact Award Finalist for scaling pedagogical knowledge and practice through evidence-based technology.

MaxKnowledge Founder & CEO, Dr. Amir Moghadam, has been named as one of Career College Central's top 12 innovators leaping forward with ideas that have influenced the career education realm.

MaxKnowledge Chief Learning Officer, Tarlon Moghadam, has been named as one of Career Education Review's top 20 leaders changing career education.

In collaboration with the Universal Technical Institute, an independent evaluation study by the ROI Institute® proved the ROI of MaxKnowledge employee training on student retention to be over 500%.

MaxKnowledge leadership development courses are sponsored by Harvard Business Publishing and feature content from Harvard ManageMentor®.

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This course provides you with a lifelong peer-to-peer learning opportunity through a specific Performance Group created within the Career Ed Lounge, a learning community of career education professionals. This allows you to learn and share with your peers at any time you want, even after you complete the course.

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Course Testimonials

"I really thought the course connected some important and sometimes misunderstood concepts. I liked the examples of best practices."

"This was the best/most relevant course I have taken so far. It was very well organized and structured."

"Clear and concise course content walked me through salient points in the process of learning new material relative to the topic."

"I really enjoyed learning how to incorporate the active learning module into my course. This course also provided great examples for me to follow, and explained how to utilize the items so that I am a more effective instructor. I feel more inclined to try to utilize more active learning techniques, especially in my discussion board, which sometimes needs a little more engagement and participation from the student."

"Great information that all instructors should know and utilize. I plan on sharing this with my SME/Instructors for increased active learning on their courses."

"The content was excellent. I have not taught an online course before, but I have an interest in teaching online courses. The information presented certainly gives me an solid idea of the active learning strategies that would be effective in an online setting. Even if I don't teach in an online environment, I can still incorporate many of the strategies in my classroom."

"I really enjoyed this class. It really gave me a lot of information that I am excited to look at including the websites of tools for my students! We are starting a new LMS next week so this will incorporate nicely into our next adventure!"

"I am not teaching this term. However, the knowledge gleaned from this course is invaluable. It prepares me to help my students to think critically as they progress though the course. They then could utilize this valuable skill in their work and or life situations."

"I will use active learning in all of the courses that I instruct."

"Great information regarding online learning. I will be implementing some of these ideas into my course to improve student engagement."

"This course had many helpful ideas of what to do in the on-line classroom that are practical and very doable. I learned a lot and got many ideas about how to make my classes more engaging. I especially liked the critical thinking sections. I have been struggling with how to present this information and now I have some good ideas! Thank you!"

"Course is well designed and implemented. Thank you."

"This was highly informative. More information that I can immediately use than in the other courses I have taken. I am excited to try these ideas!"

"I am new to education and thoroughly enjoyed the information on active learning, which is applicable to both traditional and online classrooms."

"In this course I learned about the importance of Active Learning in the Online teaching environment and how it assists students to increase their critical thinking. The three components of learning that were discussed included Collaborative, Cooperative, and Problem-Based. It was interesting to learn about the barriers that exists for Active learning from the perspective of the student, instructor, institutions, and technology and how each must be addressed to be successful with this method of teaching. I highly recommend this course and I will definitely implement Active Learning in my online course. "

"I think this course was very helpful for me to understand some basic concepts regarding online learning."

Course Objectives

Module 1: Definition and Importance of Active Learning

Identify the historical background of the active learning movement
Describe the impact of active learning on higher Â education
Explain the difference between collaborative and cooperative learningÂ
Reflect on the importance of active learning in the online environment
Explain the core elements of active learningÂ

Module 2: Limitations and Misconceptions

Explain instructor limitations to active learning
Explain student misconceptions of active learning
Describe self-determination and self-actualization as it pertains to active learning
Identify various institutional academic issues pertaining to active learning
Identify various technology issues pertaining to active learningÂ

Module 3: Modification of Traditional Classroom Activities

Identify strategies to motivating an instructor to incorporate active learning
Recognize the key elements of a student-centered teaching approach
Explain ways to engage students in the active learning process
Describe active learning technology tools
Explain the use of rubrics in helping students learn effectivelyÂ

Module 4: Using Active Learning to Enhance Critical Learning

Identify the basic ideals of critical thinking skills
Recognize the benefits of critical thinking skills in the 21st-century workplace
Describe group-based work active learning strategies
Elaborate on cooperative vs. cooperative learning
Explain the key components of problem-based learning Â

Course Structure

Course Format

Can Start Anytime
Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

Study Course Content
Pass ALL Required Quizzes

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4 Hours of Continuing Education
Awarded upon successful completion of course

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Certification Credits

This course provides a Certificate of Completion with 4 hours of continuing education credits.
This course provides credit toward the Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) credential in the following specialization area(s):
- CHEP in Online Teaching
This course provides credit toward the continuing education requirements for CHEPs in all areas of specialization.

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