About This Course
Learn how to teach online with Aakadimia’s step-by-step course. Master online teaching strategies, student engagement, assessments, and confidence-building in just 5 hours. Enroll today at 50% OFF! This Course will provide you with an opportunity to self-evaluate your understanding of and interest in a range of online teaching practices.It requires you to reflect on the current educational...
Show moreWhat you'll learn
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Evaluate teaching effectiveness with analytics.
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Motivate and engage students with podcasts, flipped classrooms, and collaboration tools.
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Create interactive activities and assessments.
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Position yourself as an online educator.
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Build confidence on camera.
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Plan and deliver engaging online lessons.
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Use technology tools (LMS, Google Sites, Web 2.0).
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👉 8 modules, 53 lessons, 49 videos, 4 hrs 33 mins total.
Course Curriculum
Module 1
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How To Teach Online Course Overview
1 min : 32 sec watchHow To Teach Online Course Overview
Key Concept Why is Online Teaching Important
3 mins : 43 sec watchKey Concept Why is Online Teaching Important
Case Study Why is Online Teaching Important (Optional)
6 mins : 22 sec watchCase Study Why is Online Teaching Important (Optional)
Case Study - Learning Online from a Student Perspective (Optional)
8 mins : 57 sec watchCase Study - Learning Online from a Student Perspective (Optional)
Discussion Prompt
1 min readDiscussion prompt
Module 2
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Overview
1 min : 24 sec watchOverview
Key Concept - Open and Institutionally Supported Technologies
5 mins : 19 sec watchKey Concept - Open and Institutionally Supported Technologies
Case Study - Using Google Sites to Build Online Portfolios (K-12) (Optional)
9 mins : 30 sec watchCase Study - Using Google Sites to Build Online Portfolios (K-12) (Optional)
Case Study - Learning Management System or the Open Web (Optional)
5 mins : 25 sec watchCase Study - Learning Management System or the Open Web (Optional)
Assignment 1 Tips How to Get the Most from the Assignment
2 mins : 4 sec watchAssignment 1 Tips How to Get the Most from the Assignment
Assignment 1 Tips Evidence and Referencing
3 mins : 59 sec watchAssignment 1 Tips Evidence and Referencing
discussion promt 2.2
1 min readdiscussion promt 2.2
Self Evaluation
1 min readEvaluate your self and respond
Module 3
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Overview
1 min : 1 sec watchOverview
Key Concept Planning Online Learning
4 mins : 46 sec watchKey Concept Planning Online Learning in module 3
Case Study Using Online Environments for Teaching Large Classes (Optional)
7 mins : 14 sec watchCase Study Using Online Environments for Teaching Large Classes (Optional)
Case Study The Flipped Classroom (Optional)
8 mins : 36 sec watchCase Study The Flipped Classroom (Optional)
Case Study Planning Your Online Class (Optional)
5 mins : 25 sec watchCase Study Planning Your Online Class (Optional)
module 4
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Overview 4
54 sec watchOverview 4
Key Concept Online Learning Activities 4
1 min : 59 sec watchKey Concept Online Learning Activities 4
Case Study Video Conferencing in Museum Education (K 12) (Optional) 4
9 mins : 59 sec watchCase Study Video Conferencing in Museum Education (K 12) (Optional) 4
Case Study Teaching with Web 2.0 Technologies 4
8 mins : 51 sec watchCase Study Teaching with Web 2.0 Technologies 4
Case Study iLabs Online Access to Remote Laboratories 4
7 mins : 28 sec watchCase Study iLabs Online Access to Remote Laboratories 4
Case Study Considerations for Choosing Technology (Optional) 4
5 mins : 37 sec watchCase Study Considerations for Choosing Technology (Optional) 4
Case Study Using Online Lectures to Support Active Learning (Optional) 4
7 mins : 51 sec watchCase Study Using Online Lectures to Support Active Learning (Optional) 4
Case Study - Using Online Communities to Foster Collaboration in Visual Arts (K-12) (Optional) 4
8 mins : 34 sec watchCase Study - Using Online Communities to Foster Collaboration in Visual Arts (K-12) (Optional) 4
Case Study - Using Flickr as an Online Classroom (Optional) 4
9 mins : 2 sec watchCase Study - Using Flickr as an Online Classroom (Optional) 4
Case Study - Teaching Using Scenario Based Simulations in Second Life (Optional) 4
6 mins : 9 sec watchCase Study - Teaching Using Scenario Based Simulations in Second Life (Optional) 4
Module 5
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overview module 5
54 sec watchoverview module 5
Key Concept - Online Assessment Strategies 5
3 mins : 12 sec watchKey Concept - Online Assessment Strategies 5
Case Study - Using ePortfolios as a Reflective Teaching Tool (Optional)
7 mins : 15 sec watchCase Study - Using ePortfolios as a Reflective Teaching Tool (Optional)
Case Study - Using Audio Feedback (Optional)
8 mins : 9 sec watchCase Study - Using Audio Feedback (Optional)
Case Study - Formative Online Assessment in Medicine (Optional)
10 mins : 20 sec watchCase Study - Formative Online Assessment in Medicine (Optional)
Module 6
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OverView 6
1 min : 6 sec watchOverView 6
Key Concept - Online Resources
4 mins : 31 sec watchKey Concept - Online Resources
Case Study - Understanding Creative Commons (Optional)
8 mins : 19 sec watchCase Study - Understanding Creative Commons (Optional)
Case Study - Integrating Online Resources into Your Teaching (Optional)
6 mins : 12 sec watchCase Study - Integrating Online Resources into Your Teaching (Optional)
Case Study - Hippocrates. Online Medical Tutorials (Optional)
8 mins : 47 sec watchCase Study - Hippocrates. Online Medical Tutorials (Optional)
Case Study - Creating eBooks for Distance Education (Optional)
3 mins : 52 sec watchCase Study - Creating eBooks for Distance Education (Optional)
Module 7
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Overview 7
1 min : 18 sec watchoverview 7
Key Concept - Engaging and Motivating Students 7
4 mins : 2 sec watchKey Concept - Engaging and Motivating Students 7
Case Study - Using Wikis for Student Collaboration (Optional) 7
5 mins : 39 sec watchCase Study - Using Wikis for Student Collaboration (Optional) 7
Case Study - Online Teamwork and Collaboration (Optional) 7
5 mins : 39 sec watchCase Study - Online Teamwork and Collaboration (Optional) 7
Case Study - Managing Your Time when Teaching Online (Optional) 7
4 mins : 56 sec watchCase Study - Managing Your Time when Teaching Online (Optional) 7
Case Study - Increasing Student Engagement Using Podcasts (Optional) 7
5 mins : 21 sec watchCase Study - Increasing Student Engagement Using Podcasts (Optional) 7
Case Study - Fostering Student Engagement with Stile (K-12) (Optional)
8 mins : 56 sec watchCase Study - Fostering Student Engagement with Stile (K-12) (Optional)
Case Study - Flipped Language Class (Optional) 7
7 mins : 47 sec watchCase Study - Flipped Language Class (Optional) 7
Case Study - Engaging and Motivating Students (Optional) 7
6 mins : 4 sec watchCase Study - Engaging and Motivating Students (Optional) 7
Case Study - Conducting Effective Online Discussions (Optional) 7
6 mins : 41 sec watchCase Study - Conducting Effective Online Discussions (Optional) 7
Module 8
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Overview 8
1 min : 9 sec watchOverview 8
Key Concept - Evaluation Strategies
3 mins : 28 sec watchKey Concept - Evaluation Strategies
Case Study - Learning Analytics to Inform Teaching Practice
7 mins : 45 sec watchCase Study - Learning Analytics to Inform Teaching Practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Sign up for a free instructor account, complete your profile (bio, photo, expertise areas), then submit a brief course proposal. Once approved, you’ll gain access to our course-builder dashboard and onboarding tutorials.
A drag-and-drop lesson editor (video, slides, quizzes) – Built-in discussion boards and live-chat for Q&A – Automated assessments (grids, quizzes, assignments) – Analytics dashboard to track engagement and completion rates
Break your curriculum into 4–6 bite-sized modules, each with:
A clear learning objective
A 5–10 min video or slide deck
An interactive quiz or activity
A downloadable resource or assignment
Use mixed media: polls, breakout rooms, peer reviews – Gamify progress with badges or completion certificates – Host live office hours or drop-in labs – Encourage discussion by posing real-world scenarios
A stable internet connection (5 Mbps+) – Webcam and microphone (headset recommended) – Modern browser (Chrome/Firefox up to date) – Optional: screen-recording software for demos (e.g., OBS)
Prerequisites
Platform Access & Account Setup
– Active Aakadimia instructor account (profile photo, bio, verified email)
– Completed our short “Instructor Onboarding” tutorial • Time Commitment & Mindset
– 3–5 hours per week for course creation, revisions, and student interaction
– Growth mindset: open to feedback, iteration, and continuous improvement