Tips for
Teaching Online

Instructional Strategies for Online Learning

While teaching in the online environment may share some features of face-to-face instruction, the two modes of delivery are quite different. The transition to online instruction requires a paradigm shift. The implications of this shift may include adjustments to instructions, learning activities and teaching strategies. The images below illustrate some of the modified verbs and activities you can include in your online instructions. Feel free to tap on the right side of each image below to view the details:

Preparing for Online Instruction

Teaching in the online environment can take several avenues and approaches. Nevertheless, it requires a planned, systematic approach in order for it to be effective. As such, we have provided several training avenues to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills in teaching online. To view the full catalog of synchronous and asynchronous (self-directed) training, please click here.

Creating Your Online Course

The 5-day set of videos (below) will help will guide along the path of creating your online course incrementally. They break down the course design process into smaller steps that lead to the bigger goal of online teaching and learning:

1. https://youtu.be/tlgpOQRT2bo

2. Day one: https://youtu.be/SBUowFr0zyM

3. Day Two: https://youtu.be/0QehQLstHWA

4. Day Three: https://youtu.be/-7lpwLJ6yyo

5. Day Four: https://youtu.be/CqCeUrlzRy8

6. Day Five: https://youtu.be/LM4ZadeWQpI


Top Questions in Online Teaching & Learning (FAQs)

As we continue to transition to online teaching and learning (OTL), many questions arise. The following is a list of questions and our responses/guidance in treating with various issues and concerns. We have decided to share them below for the benefit of our colleagues:

  1. Week One (March 16th): Top Questions in OTL (PDF) (Video)

  2. Week Two (March 23rd): Top Questions in OTL (PDF), (Video)

  3. Week Three (March 30th): Top Questions in OTL (PDF) (Video)

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at cetl_bl@sta.uwi.edu or myeLearning@sta.uwi.edu and we will be happy to address them, providing useful tips and support for the wider campus and university community.