About this course: This course provides teachers with the foundation for understanding the movement towards virtual instruction. It introduces fundamental knowledge needed by teachers to succeed in a technology-dependent, instructional environment. You will explore the history of online learning and understand how a variety of delivery models are evolving in the K-12 environment, ranging from completely online to hybrid or blended classrooms. We will discuss how the programs work and who they serve, addressing some basics about equity issues, access and school funding, as well as ethical and legal issues that support and challenge the models. Upon completion of the course, you will understand what it takes to transition from teaching in the classroom to providing virtual instruction. Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Describe the history of online learning models 2. Identify current virtual instruction models and who offers them 3. Explain how virtual instruction models have evolved and why 4. Describe common features of synchronous and asynchronous technologies 5. Discuss basic ethical and legal issues faced by schools

Created by: University of California, Irvine

Taught by: Cindy Carbajal, Instructor
UC Irvine Extension

Basic Info	Course 1 of 5 in the Virtual Teacher Specialization.
Commitment	2-4 hours/week
Language	English
How To Pass	Pass all graded assignments to complete the course.
User Ratings	4.0 stars Average User Rating 4.0See what learners said

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Week 1: History of Virtual Education

Welcome to the course! Begin by reading the Course Overview and familiarizing yourself with our course. This week we will explore the history of virtual education, as well as the different models of virtual education. Our guest speaker, Dr. O'Neal, will discus...

7 videos, 4 readings

Graded: Week 1 Quiz

WEEK 2

Week 2: Synchronous and Asynchronous Technologies

In week two, we will examine the features of synchronous and asynchronous technologies. Our guest speaker, Melissa Loble, will share how to select and leverage technology. She will also discuss how to best utilize social media to meet the needs of different le...

5 videos, 2 readings

Graded: Week 2 Quiz

WEEK 3

Week 3: Transitioning from the Classroom to the Virtual Environment

This week we will examine the similarities and differences between teaching in the classroom and teaching online. Our guest speaker, Racquel Nedden, will discuss the benefits of online education for accommodating and meeting the needs of at-risk and special ne...

5 videos, 3 readings

Graded: Assignment: Lesson Plan for Online Delivery

Graded: Week 3 Quiz

WEEK 4

Week 4: Equity and Access, Funding, and the Law

In week four, we will discuss virtual school funding options, the responsibility of online programs to consider equity and access, and the legal issues that virtual schools face. Our guest speaker, Chris Long, will explain the concept of QFT (Question, Formula...

4 videos, 2 readings

Graded: Week 4 Quiz

WEEK 5

Week 5: The Future of Virtual Education

In this last week of the course we'll consider the future of online education and how new technologies are changing the landscape of K-12 education.

3 videos, 4 readings

Graded: Final Quiz

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University of California, Irvine

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities in many ways.

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Ratings and Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 of 102 ratings

Excellent and informative course.

Clear view of the subject.

As a newcomer, I learned a lot!

Proper introduction into Virtual teaching.

Good explanations of material, instructor and instructions are easy to understand. A lot of focus on state/gov't regulations that could be more condensed.

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Foundations of Virtual Instruction

Foundations of Virtual Instruction

Foundations of Virtual Instruction