Online Programs hit an important milestone. It received its 100th application, which is well ahead of enrollment projections. Currently, there are 23 admits and 38 applicants for the online Master of Art in Communication program. The online Master of Science in Education: Effective Teaching has admitted five students, and in just a month, received 18 more applications.
Drake’s online programs will begin its second part of term (six-week session) on March 26, with Preview Week set to begin on March 19. Preview Week allows students to look at their classes, review syllabi, prepare their schedules, and view an introductory message from their instructor. This introductory look gives students the chance to make sure their class fits both their academic goals and personal schedule. If not, they can drop the course early, saving time and money.
Two more faculty have completed the Online Teaching Certificate through Quality Matters—quite a milestone. Several others have completed the two required modules for teaching online. Our instructional designers have met with many faculty to begin and support the process for designing their online course.
Finally, the instructional designers have developed several resources regarding designing and teaching online classes. These resources are available in Blackboard. If you would like access, please contact Christina Trombley at christina.trombley@drake.edu or at extension 2506. Christina is happy to answer questions or discuss online education with faculty and staff anytime.
— Christina Trombley, online programming