Online Teaching Discussion Series

The Online Teaching Discussion Series, hosted by the Delphi Center, offers an informal gathering for educators looking to enhance their online teaching practices. Formerly the Online Teaching Book Club, this cross-disciplinary group will explore a curated selection of resources, including journal articles, podcasts, and videos, to foster discussions on key topics in online education. Whether you are a seasoned expert or new to online teaching, this series provides a supportive place for UofL educators to exchange insights, experiences and ideas. Join us for one or all four meetings, each focused on a different theme related to effective online learning.

Spring 2025 Semester

During the spring semester we will explore four topics relating to online learning. There is no requirement to attend each session. There's always room for new voices in our group.

• Student Experience in Online Learning: Explore the student perspective in online courses, focusing on engagement, accessibility, and challenges faced by learners in digital environments. This session will examine how educators can enhance the online student experience to promote success and satisfaction. 
  Sign up for this virtual session, held on Thursday, January 23, 3-4 p.m.

• UX Design for Online Courses: Discover the principles of user experience (UX) design in online education. This session will look at how course design impacts usability, navigation, and overall student interaction, and how applying UX strategies can improve course flow and learner engagement. 
  Sign up for this virtual session, held on Tuesday, February 18, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

• Blended Learning: Examine the benefits and challenges of blended courses, which combine online and in-person elements. This session will focus on effective strategies for integrating the two formats to maximize student learning.
  Sign up for this virtual session, held on Tuesday, March 25, 3-4 p.m.

• Evaluating Learning and Course Effectiveness: In this session, we will explore methods for assessing both student learning outcomes and the overall effectiveness of online courses. Participants will discuss strategies for measuring success and ensuring continuous improvement in online teaching.
  Sign up for this virtual session, held on Wednesday, April 16, 10-11 a.m.

   

Resources to Prepare for the Upcoming Discussion 

Our first session, Student Experience in Online Learning will meet on Thursday, January 23rd from 3:00-4:00. Feel free to engage with these different resources according to your own preferences and interests in preparation for our discussion on student experience. 

• The Three Students You Might Meet in Your Online Class (34 minute Podcast/Video)
• Enhancing teacher-student interactions and student online engagement in an online learning environment (Journal article) 
• What do higher education students want from online learning? (results of a survey of 7,000 learners) 
• Online Learners: Student Panel (45 minute video)
• Student Experiences Blog (short written experiences from students) 
• Designing Online Courses for Students with Disabilities (article from Inside HigherEd)

Have Questions?

Contact Robin Zarhdnt via email or 502.852.8504.