In the context of higher education, the word “backchannel” refers to conversations that take place among students during a classroom lecture or presentation.
Blended Learning and Educational Technologies
When transitioning your class online, there are a variety of options for delivering your essential course content—especially lecture content—in the digital environment
A blended course sometimes reduces face-to-face "seat time" so that students can pursue additional teaching and learning activities online.
Social bookmarking tools allow you to save, curate, and share online resources.
If you choose to create your own course material, keep file sizes small
When an instructor writes on a classroom’s whiteboard, two problems arise
In a flipped classroom students engage with lectures or other materials outside of class to prepare for an active learning experience in the classroom.
Tutorials supplement learning that has occurred in lectures by providing further opportunities for students to discuss course material, ask questions, practice skills, and receive formative feedback on their learning
Active learning in the classroom can increase student engagement and promote learning
Start by writing student-centred learning outcomes