THE NEEDS OF ACTIVE LEARNING AND HIGH-IMPACT EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES IN ONLINE PROGRAMS

Authors

  • Hwangji S. Lu Department of Health Sciences, University of Arizona Global Campus, Chandler, AZ, USA
  • Robert Smiles Department of Health Sciences, University of Arizona Global Campus, Chandler, AZ, USA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejoe.v8i2.4747

Keywords:

active learning, course redesign, ePortfolio, high-impact educational practices, online education

Abstract

Adult learners take online courses or programs because of the convenience, cost-saving, flexible schedule, and work-life-school balance. In the United States, student enrollment in online education has proliferated in the past few decades. The online modality of providing education has become a crucial part of higher education. Online courses are in high demand. However, due to adult learners' characteristics and work-life situations, the course design and facilitation in online education can only partially replicate directly from the traditional classroom setting. Owing to high attrition rates in online classrooms, institutions and educators must carefully design or redesign courses relevant to the competitive job market demands. The need for contemporary instructional designs focusing on student-centered education is essential. Supported by comprehensive research studies, active learning, and high-impact educational practices have helped learners develop critical competencies and skills required by employers. Moreover, adopting appropriate pedagogical practices is necessary for better student engagement, academic performance, and retention rate.

Author Biographies

  • Hwangji S. Lu, Department of Health Sciences, University of Arizona Global Campus, Chandler, AZ, USA

    Dr. Hwangji Sherrie Lu, is Associate Professor at the Department of Health Sciences at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Her research interests include high impact educational practices, student engagement in online learning, educational technology, course evaluation, and leadership development. Dr. Lu is an advisor member of the Institute of Research Engineers and Scientists, the International Society for Engineering Research and Development, and the Universal Conferences Institute.

  • Robert Smiles, Department of Health Sciences, University of Arizona Global Campus, Chandler, AZ, USA

    Dr. Robert Smiles, is Assistant Professor at the Department of Health Sciences at the University of Arizona Global Campus. His research interests include student learning, student success, course revision, and high-impact educational practices.

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2023-03-25

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