Eight Principles to Engage Students and Transfer Learning

for Online Courses

Nor Hashidah Abd-HamidUniversity of Iowa College of Public Health

And HOW to

implement them in

your online

training

#1

Emphasize on learning rather than teaching

Promote student’s questions

Promote the use of Twitter, Facebook, media interaction

HOW to Emphasize on Learning?

#2

Emphasize on active learning

Interactivitiesdrag and dropmultiple choice/true-false questionsreorder rankShort answer

Discussion Board

HOW to Emphasize on Active Learning?

#3

Emphasize on learner’s thinking and actions

Problem solving application of relevant knowledge and

skills

HOW to Emphasize Learner’s Thinking?

#4

Use cooperative and collaborative learning activities

Discussion boardGroup projectsPeer review

HOW to Use Collaborative/Cooperative Activities?

#5

Emphasize on learner choice and decision making

HOW to Emphasize Learner Choice?

Non-linear navigation Table of contentsMenusTimelineMapsHyperlinks

#6

Provide context that is personally relevant to learners

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HOW to Provide Context?

StoryScenarioSimulation

Apply the knowledge in real situations

#7

Emphasize on consequence feedback

“Showing” feedback rather than “telling” feedback

HOW to Provide Consequence Feedback?

She’s mad because …..

#8

Support learner reflection

Self reflectionEvaluation

HOW to Support Learner Reflection?

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