Tag: cognitive presence

SIP 10.13 Using Active Learning Strategies in Online Courses

Thirsty for a Strong Instructional Practice? The trifecta of effective online instruction comprises social presence (see SIP 10.10), instructor/teaching presence (see SIP 10.2)  and cognitive presence. Cognitive presence is a combination of active learning, critical thinking and reflection. Most people learn best by actively working with new concepts and ideas, rather than passively reading about them …

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SIP 9.11 Creating a Human Component in Online Learning

Thirsty for a Strong Instructional Practice? If you spend any amount of time online, you’ve surely seen the common CAPTCHA phrase, “I’m not a robot” with a check box below confirming your humanity. But how about in our online classes? Are we robots or are we humans? Do students know there is an actual flesh-and-blood …

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