3 semester credits

Online education presents teachers and students with both opportunities and challenges. In this course, teachers will explore several trends and issues in online instruction, such as differentiation for diverse populations including students with special needs and English-language learners, and motivating and engaging the online student. Teachers will learn how to manage the online classroom and explore the ethical, legal, and safety issues related to teaching students in an online K–12 environment. Teachers also will examine strategies for communicating effectively with parents and collaborating with colleagues online.