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IDT G01 Intro to Teaching a Distance Education Course

This course prepares faculty to teach distance education courses. Participants will address the unique challenges of teaching in distance education environments. Topics include, instructor presence, equity and accessibility, timely feedback, student progress and course management.

Credits

0

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: None

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Course Number and Title:

IDT G01 Intro to Teaching a Distance Education Course

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Georgetown
  • Stanton
  • Wilmington

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: None

Course Credits and Hours

0 credit(s)

0 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course prepares faculty to teach distance education courses. Participants will address the unique challenges of teaching in distance education environments. Topics include, instructor presence, equity and accessibility, timely feedback, student progress and course management.

Additional Materials

None

Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Disclaimer

Students should refer to the link below for minimum technology requirements for distance education courses: https://ccit.dtcc.edu/students/technology-resources/minimum-technology-requirements/

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the unique challenges of teaching in a distance education environment.

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the unique challenges of teaching in a distance education environment.
    1. Demonstrate an understanding of content, structure, and organization of a course.
    2. Communicate course goals, requirements, and expectations.
    3. Demonstrate instructor presence in a course that helps guide students toward a positive learning experience and outcome.
    4. Develop a positive learning environment for diverse populations
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of timely feedback and turnaround time for grading assessments.
    6. Demonstrate an understanding of monitoring and managing student progress.
    7. Contribute to the process of continuous improvement of a course.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Quizzes

20%

Getting Started Assignment

8%

Course Orientation Assignment

13%

Course Communication Assignment

13%

Accessibility Assignment

7%

Setting Up Your Gradebook Assignment

13%

Progress & Support Assignment

13%

Feedback Assignment

13%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Develop and apply a dynamic approach to teaching that is grounded in pedagogical principles and an appreciation for the needs of diverse learners.
  2. Design and develop learner-centered courses based on sound instructional design principles.  
  3. Apply learner-centered instructional strategies to enhance student engagement, learning, and success.   
  4. Design and implement a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate learning, communicate feedback, and guide instruction.
  5. Leverage appropriate technologies to advance teaching and learning.
  6. Engage in continuous development to maximize instructional effectiveness.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

Minimum Technology Requirements

Minimum technology requirements for all distance education type courses.

Academic Integrity

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Attendance

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Cell phone/Electronic Device

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Tuition Adjustment Policy

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