This course is designed to help teachers improve their ability to deliver a quality education via remote/online teaching. Students will explore standards and strategies for teaching in a remote environment. A focus on communication methods will allow students to respond in a professional manner and contribute value to online discussions. Assessments will also be covered to ensure that student learning is authentic and student-driven.

Following the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• Utilize multiple options for online discussions and use them for a variety of reasons. InTASC 3
• Develop quality online assessments that demonstrate real and authentic learning. InTASC 1,6
• Provide strategies to improve digital literacy skills. InTASC 8
• Create an ePortfolio that demonstrates their value to their students. InTASC 7,10
• Facilitate student-driven learning in an online environment, allowing for more student choice. InTASC 1,2,3,8
• Explain and implement good digital citizenship strategies and methods. InTASC 9