Online Teaching and Online Learning by ConnectEd hosted by The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University

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How to Teach Online Learning
"On the surface, teaching in an online learning environment appears to differ significantly from teaching in a physical classroom setting. However, online learning shares many of its basic principles with face to face instruction, and the online venue can actually provide easier access to one-on-one student-teacher conversations.",
summarizes G. Keith Evans, ConnectEd. 

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With some basic familiarity and an understanding of the technology, instructors can easily transition into teaching online classes:

• Develop a Lesson Plan
• Set Availability
• Use Periodic Assignments
• Provide Frequent Feedback

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Gender Differences in Online Learning
"Males and females learn differently. Some of these differences are innate, the product of differences in brain structure, while others are learned, the product of culture and upbringing. These differences can appear as discrepancies between the work that male and female students produce and in their attitude toward school.", summarizes Michael Wolfe, ConnectEd.

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Recent studies have shown that these differences extend to males and females who learn online:

• Considerations
• Significance
• Qualification
• Theories/Speculation

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Related links
Learning to Teach Online and Becoming an eTeacher
3 Biggest Myths about Teaching Online Education by Angelita Williams

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As a leader in online education programs, with more than 37,000 students, alumni, and faculty members around the world, The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University understands those challenges. ConnectEd offers you their experience and knowledge, as well as that of others who are passionate about education. The site is open to all.

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Source: ConnectEd