Developing Effective Web-Based Courses

Table of Contents

1. The Nature of Online Instruction
   1. Traditional Courses vs. Online Courses
   2. Online Instructor Competencies
   3. Self-Assessment One
2. Excellence in Online Teaching and Learning
3. The Simulated Classroom

Self-Assessment One

Instructions

After reading each of the following statements, assess whether it is true or false, and then mark the answer by placing the cursor over the circle on the left side of each answer and clicking it.

1	Course Differences There are no differences in traditional courses taught face-to-face and those taught online. a) True b) False Differences have to do with the integration of technology, the software and hardware infrastructure, and the method of delivery.This answer is false.

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Course Planning Planning for online courses involves consideration of the integration of technology into the course as a primary consideration. a) True b) False Technology is a primary consideration because its impact on the content of the course must be considered. Not all courses can be delivered via the web; however, technology can be integrated into most courses.This answer is true.

3	Course Content The approach to planning the content for face-to-face courses and online courses is similar. a) True b) False The content of the two types of courses can be the same. The method of delivery is different.This answer is true.

4	Course Delivery The World Wide Web is a method of delivering a course - it is not the content of a course. a) True b) False Correct!This answer is true.