Clemson Online: Where Tech and Teaching Meet

Active Learning in Canvas

On November 13th, Digital Learning Strategist ‘Dara Abimbade, Ph.D., facilitated a Workshop Wednesday presentation dedicated to understanding the importance of active learning in online settings. The presentation offers a concise overview of the principles guiding active learning, and explores how instructors can start facilitating active learning through various tools in Canvas.

Follow-Up Friday: Aligning Learning Objectives

On October 24th, Quality Matters Coordinator Hansen Wetsel facilitated a Workshop Wednesday presentation dedicated to the importance of aligning online learning objectives with the Quality Matters (QM) framework. The presentation offers a concise overview of the QM framework and provides instructors with some basic information regarding the resources Clemson Online and QM can provide for […]

Canvas Accessibility Highlights

On October 15, Clemson Online hosted Canvas Accessibility Day, during which various learning strategists and course designers hosted presentations related to digital accessibility. The purpose of these sessions was to provide instructors with helpful information on how to get started with implementing and complying with accessible course design standards. Did you miss out on Canvas […]

Follow-Up Friday

ICYMI: Utilizing New Analytics in Canvas On September 26th, IT Services Specialist John Dickinson facilitated a Quick Hits session dedicated to understanding the New Analytics feature in Canvas. The training explores New Analytics’s various features, including new messaging features, weekly online activity overviews, and new course grade analytics. Canvas’s New Analytics feature offers an in-depth […]

Increasing Student Motivation in Online Courses

Boosting students’ feelings of competence, highlighting the relevance of course material and assignments, and sparking learners’ curiosity will all help to increase their motivation.

Follow-Up Friday

Learn more about designing online courses for accessibility, including general accessibility practices and helpful tools.