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In this paper the authors illuminate the distance education field of endeavor to point out
that online education can now be found at most educational levels (elementary,
secondary, post-secondary) globally.
This enterprise requires a multitude of traits which are detailed herein in order to alert
the new online educator and remind the veteran educator of the essential elements
required to achieve desired outcomes. To instruct online clearly requires informed goal
setting, clear processes, and predictable outcomes, from the onset. As well designers
need to examine current research, conduct online research, and listen to feedback from
online students to maintain and nurture both the program and the students. Some key
factors of online education are laid out which include strategic intent (planning), content
(curriculum), and pedagogy (incorporating current learning theories into delivery
models).
As well several underpinning qualities are described that must be present such as the
teacher‘s quality of online instruction, and level of expertise in distance learning. All
online educators need to be aware of the student (profile of successful online learners,
interaction), assessment/evaluation (rigorous, comparable and authentic), support
(student support and training on using the technology), technical infrastructure, and the
need to review program frequently which is key to the development and maintenance of
successful online education efforts.
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