Effective Online Instructional and Assessment Strategies
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Jorge Gaytan, Beryl C. McEwen
American Journal of Distance Education Volume 21, Number 3, ISSN 0892-3647
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to better understand the instructional and assessment strategies that are most effective in the online learning environment. Faculty and students identified several strategies for maintaining instructional quality in the online environment, including the importance of using a variety of instructional methods to appeal to various learning styles and building an interactive and cohesive learning environment that includes group work. Online assessment strategies include having a wide variety of clearly explained assignments on a regular basis and providing meaningful and timely feedback to students regarding the quality of their work. Effective assessment techniques include projects, portfolios, self-assessments, peer evaluations, and weekly assignments with immediate feedback. The role of meaningful feedback cannot be overemphasized. (Contains 5 tables.)
Citation
Gaytan, J. & McEwen, B.C. (2007). Effective Online Instructional and Assessment Strategies. American Journal of Distance Education, 21(3), 117-132. Retrieved August 20, 2022 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/100214/.

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