Teaching Online with Jeff Jeff DeSurra

Adapting a course for online delivery is hard in the best of circumstances and a lot of lead time. When you have to do that in two weeks or less? Where do you start? In this episode, Jeff breaks down the basics of course structure and provides you with some strategies for getting starting in adapting your online course.

Need a course site? Check out Canvas at canvas.instructure.com where you can set up a free site for your course.

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Many first time online teachers want to create videos for all of their instruction. Especially after seeing high quality video on other sites, it can be a tempting idea. But should you do that? Jeff talks about strategies for when to make videos and when to record audio for your instructional material.



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In this first episode, Jeff introduces himself and talks a bit about his background. Then, he covers one of the most challenging aspects of teaching online: believing that you can do it.

Resource: Carol Dweck, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

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Teaching online isn't easy, especially when you have little time to prepare. In this episode, Jeff covers three challenges that come with online teaching and some strategies to help overcome those challenges.



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A new podcast for teachers learning to teach online! Come check out tips, tricks, and ideas for teaching online effectively!