The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English.

Course contents

  • Module 1: Getting on board. Technology and methods 

  • Module 2: Online learning and learning environments 

  • Module 3: Pedagogical approaches 

  • Module 4: Tutoring 

  • Module 5: Assessment 

Learning outcomes

On completion of the courses the participants will have the ability to: 

  • understand the role of a tutor in a digital learning eco system environment

  • support and guide students in their learning processes in an online environment 

  • describe, discuss and select pedagogical approaches appropriate for online learning 

  • be able to perform student assessments using digital tools as part of the learning process 

  • understand how digitization influences learning processes 

The participant will gain/improve skills in: 

  • organizing online learning environments using a Learning Management System (LMS) 

  • the use of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) principles in order to create an inclusive learning environment 

  • collaborative work online with peers through sharing ideas; analyze problems; negotiate meanings; and finding solutions 

  • reflecting on learning processes, both individual and in groups  

  • giving appropriate feedback to learners and groups of learners 

  • teaching in an online environment 

Examination requirements

Information about the requirements for the portfolio will be given in Canvas

Teaching methods

Detailed study guides with learning tasks and activities, learner focused approach with tutor support, many-to-many communication, group work, negotiation of meaning in asynchronous threaded discussions, video lectures, peer tutoring and online quizzes. Group hand-ins in addition to individual hand-ins. Estimated student workload: 200 hours.

Evaluation

Program coordinator together with elected student representatives decide on evaluation strategies and whether the course will have midterm and /or end of term evaluation in accordance with the quality system chapter 4.1. Information about evaluation forms is published in Canvas.  

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes, subject to availability or capacity.

Assessment methods and criteria

Portfolio assessment counting 40 % of the total grade and a 4 day home exam counting 60 %. Graded A-F. Information about the requirements for the portfolio will be given in the study guide. 

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
SV-408 – E-Teaching - Pedagogy and learning/instructional design 10
MM-411 – E-Teaching I - Pedagogy and Learning/Instructional Design 7.5
Last updated from FS (Common Student System) July 1, 2024 3:33:48 PM