Teaching Strategies Students Find Helpful in Online Learning Courses

Abstract

This paper explores results of an online course revision to enhance student learning strategies and interactions. Data was collected from 125 of 167 students enrolled in an entry-level course at a large Midwestern university. Mid-term and end-of-semester surveys indicate that students found strategies such as mini-lectures, Quick Checks, and social media (i.e., CourseNetworking) helpful for engaging with, learning, and understanding course material. Furthermore, interaction with the instructor was found to contribute to overall satisfaction with the course. Results from this course revision provide practical strategies for student learning, as well as introducing CourseNetworking as a viable online social media platform to engage students.