Posted 7:39 PM by George Siemens
Virtual Faith
Quote: "At Eastern University, faith is a serious matter. Most students attend chapel services every Wednesday morning, and a Bible-study course is required. When the university began offering distance education five years ago, administrators and faculty members wanted to make sure they could recreate the evangelical institution's campus environment online."
Comment: This article explores an issue that is central for many instructors moving content online: how to create a learning environment online that is similar to high-contact classrooms. One of the most critical factors in the process: the commitment and dedication of the instructor. The author does a nice job of detailing how online learning is being/was developed to meet the unique needs of a small college.