Online Teaching philosophy
Principles of online course design: My philosophy of online teaching is that students are entitled to quality instruction in an interactive and stimulating learning environment within the comforts of their own home or office space. Students will experience frequent and repeated opportunities to act, react, and interact with each other and myself, at times that work well for them in keeping with course timelines and objectives. I believe that course curriculum materials should be dynamic, timely, and relevant to current and ongoing public health issues. I like to implement the experience–based practicum into my online teaching, allowing students to learn by doing. I serve students as a “guide on the side” to assist them in learning new principles in public health and human disease. Readings and concepts are available throughout the course for a flexible learning schedule to accommodate working students. Although online learning has a more flexible schedule that a face-to-face classes, students are held responsible for meeting class deadlines and participating in weekly discussions as a part of their grade.
The role of media in online classes: Online media is a very important resource for online learning. I will utilize many media sources for demonstration of key concepts in public health. I choose to utilize online journals, virtual libraries, discussion boards, and email throughout the course, in order to give students a wide variety of learning resources. I like to actively engage student learning and feel that a students learning is meaning-based. I respect diverse talents, and like to utilize many different ways of conveying meaningful material to students. Being creative is not just about creating new ideas; it is also about techniques that will help to develop, nurture, and evaluate student ideas. I believe that encouraging students’ creative techniques is one of the most critical aspects of learning and growth in online education.
Classroom Management Strategies: All students are required to participate in online discussions. I believe in being an active participant in online discussions and materials. This is important for individual student learning outcomes, and will have a big impact on student success. It is important to me that students know they can contact me with any questions or concerns throughout the course. Students should leave the course not only with knowledge of public health and human disease, but also with a new library of learning resources including classmates and instructors.
Discussion of Teaching/Learning Theories: My teaching theory is that learning is an ongoing process, not a weekly activity. I like to utilize a reflective view of meaning-based learning and show students how new information applies to real world situations. I believe in empowering students by giving them the tools they need to be successful in their pursuits. My hope is that when students leave my course they have not only new knowledge, but they will have the resources to apply that knowledge to make a difference in their careers, and the lives of others through the promotion of health, and understanding of human disease within the public.
The role of media in online classes: Online media is a very important resource for online learning. I will utilize many media sources for demonstration of key concepts in public health. I choose to utilize online journals, virtual libraries, discussion boards, and email throughout the course, in order to give students a wide variety of learning resources. I like to actively engage student learning and feel that a students learning is meaning-based. I respect diverse talents, and like to utilize many different ways of conveying meaningful material to students. Being creative is not just about creating new ideas; it is also about techniques that will help to develop, nurture, and evaluate student ideas. I believe that encouraging students’ creative techniques is one of the most critical aspects of learning and growth in online education.
Classroom Management Strategies: All students are required to participate in online discussions. I believe in being an active participant in online discussions and materials. This is important for individual student learning outcomes, and will have a big impact on student success. It is important to me that students know they can contact me with any questions or concerns throughout the course. Students should leave the course not only with knowledge of public health and human disease, but also with a new library of learning resources including classmates and instructors.
Discussion of Teaching/Learning Theories: My teaching theory is that learning is an ongoing process, not a weekly activity. I like to utilize a reflective view of meaning-based learning and show students how new information applies to real world situations. I believe in empowering students by giving them the tools they need to be successful in their pursuits. My hope is that when students leave my course they have not only new knowledge, but they will have the resources to apply that knowledge to make a difference in their careers, and the lives of others through the promotion of health, and understanding of human disease within the public.