Are you looking for ways to provide students with a rich, interactive, and engaging online learning experience that enhances their learning? The OTI is designed to immerse new and moderately-experienced online instructors in evidence-based practices that promote student learning, including integrated course design and structure, effective teaching methods, and a supportive learning environment. Instructors will explore accessible learning principles that foster welcoming, engaging and effectual learning environments online.

The OTI is a three-week course led by CAT instructors where you can discuss and learn from other faculty members. The course is asynchronous and does not require live meetings, so you can complete the activities on your own schedule. All Temple instructors and staff are welcome.

Upon successful completion of the OTI, you will be able to:

• Identify strategies to establish a presence and build community online.
• Consider key elements of online course design.
• Design online assessments that improve student learning.
• Create effective and engaging discussions for students.
• Identify how to structure an online course to motivate learners and support their success.
• Explore accessible learning principles and the resources for implementing them.
• Apply evidence-based practices for effective teaching and learning in an online learning environment.

Facilitators: Elizabeth White Vidarte, Online Learning Specialist, CAT; Julie Beth Kessler, Faculty Fellow, CAT

Register here for the following asynchronous cohort: Monday, January 13, 2025 until Friday, January 31, 2025

The Online Teaching Institute and Advanced Online Teaching Institute are part of the CAT Micro-Credential Program. By completing the OTI or AOTI, you will earn a CAT Micro-credential and receive a Credly digital badge. Learn how to earn a CAT Micro-Credential.