Category: Inquiry
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Community of Inquiry (CoI)
Online learning has evolved far beyond its early days as a simple content-delivery model. Today, the most effective online courses foster rich interaction, deep engagement, and meaningful learning experiences. But how can educators ensure that students in virtual environments feel connected to both the material and their peers? The Community…
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Planned and Unplanned Online Discussions
Introduction In a graduate online course, the weekly discussion forum can make the difference between a class that sparks deep reflection and one that feels like a perfunctory exercise. Thoughtfully facilitated online discussions serve as a bridge between passive content consumption and active intellectual engagement. When students engage in meaningful…
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Inquiry
Inquiry – a methodology that relies upon the idea that individuals are able to learn by investigating scenarios and problems, and through social experiences. Online learning has become a critical component of modern instruction, offering flexibility and accessibility to diverse student populations. However, many online courses remain content-heavy and instructor-driven,…
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