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Teaching Teachers to Teach Online: How to Implement an Evidence-Based Approach to Training Faculty
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Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, in Savannah, GA, United States ISBN 978-1-939797-13-1 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), Waynesville, NC USA

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This paper provides practical tips on evaluating preparation for distance education programs. Developers of the American University Faculty Online Training Program highlight the challenges and successes of implementing a holistic strategy to virtual teacher instruction. In their training course, faculty are taught how to create high-quality learning outcomes, use online terminology correctly, adhere to university guidelines, and fully utilize Learning Management System capabilities.

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March, L. & Lee, J. (2016). Teaching Teachers to Teach Online: How to Implement an Evidence-Based Approach to Training Faculty. In G. Chamblee & L. Langub (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (pp. 714-720). Savannah, GA, United States: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved December 11, 2023 from .

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