Principles for Effective Asynchronous Online Instruction in Religious Studies
Asynchronous online instruction has become increasingly popular in the field of religious studies. However, despite voluminous research on online learning in general and numerous articles on online theological instruction, there has been little discussion of how to effectively design and deliver onl...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley-Blackwell
[2017]
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Teaching theology and religion
Year: 2017, Volume: 20, Issue: 1, Pages: 28-45 |
| IxTheo Classification: | AH Religious education RH Evangelization; Christian media ZF Education |
| Further subjects: | B
Critical Thinking
B online instruction B asynchronous B best practices |
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| Summary: | Asynchronous online instruction has become increasingly popular in the field of religious studies. However, despite voluminous research on online learning in general and numerous articles on online theological instruction, there has been little discussion of how to effectively design and deliver online undergraduate courses in religious studies. Drawing on recent research, experiences teaching and learning online, and interviews with colleagues, this paper discusses key principles of effective online instruction. It recommends instructors focus on humanizing their course website, "chunking" their course content, making their approach to the study of religion clear, structuring and monitoring online discussions, prioritizing prompt and constructive feedback, and making course material relevant to learners. |
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| ISSN: | 1467-9647 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Teaching theology and religion
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1111/teth.12363 |