The Engagement Strategies for Online Instruction course is designed for new instructional designers and teachers transitioning into instructional design roles. It equips participants with effective strategies to engage and motivate learners in synchronous and asynchronous online learning environments. Topics covered include learner-centered design principles, creating meaningful experiences, promoting active learning, and fostering a virtual classroom community.

Who should take this course?

This course suits new instructional designers starting from scratch or teachers looking to transition into an instructional design role. It is also beneficial for instructional designers currently working in K-12, higher education, or corporate settings who want to enhance their skills in engaging learners online. Regardless of the educational context, this course provides practical strategies and techniques to maximize learner engagement and create compelling online learning experiences.

Course Outcomes:

• Define and comprehend online engagement in various educational settings. 
• Analyze the influence of online engagement on learner motivation, participation, and achievement. 
• Apply effective strategies to foster engagement in K-12, higher education, and corporate environments. 
• Design engaging online learning experiences using instructional design methodologies and theories.

Next, you can take your instructional design skills to the next level by enrolling in the Instruction Design Certified Educator (IDCE) program. This advanced program is designed for individuals who want to deepen their expertise and become certified educators in the field of instructional design. Expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and gain the credentials necessary to excel in instructional design careers or leadership roles. Elevate your professional journey and enroll in the IDCE program after completing this course.

How to register:

1. Current JC Students and Employees: If you already have a Jackson College student ID and email account, click on "Enroll Now", choose “Already have an account? Sign in here”, choose "Student & Employee Login" and follow the prompts to checkout.
2. Guest Login: If you don't have a Jackson College student ID and email account, please click on “Enroll Now”, fill in the information and click on “Register New Account”, and follow the prompts to checkout.
   1. When logging in after your account is created as a Guest, click "Guest Login" when prompted to sign in.

This course is taught by a local instructor! Check out her bio below…

Instructional Designer, Author, and Instructor

Sonja has a vast range of experience in various fields. Her expertise includes instructional design, training, and adjunct professorship, particularly emphasizing accessibility, diversity, equity, and belonging at Jackson College. She possesses skills in conflict resolution techniques and holds a Ph.D. in Education: Instructional Design and Technology, a Canvas Educator Certificate, a Trauma-Informed Expressive Artist, and a Certified Mediator through Southeastern Michigan Dispute Resolution Services. As the Executive Director of Tranquil Parenting, Sonja's research has gained recognition through presentations during Research Week at Liberty University and articles published in both Her and Michigan Parent. Her current Ph.D. research in education delves into the correlation between effective instructional design and technology and the successful outcomes of adult learners living with tension and complex PTSD. This research has resulted in development of the Transformative Mindset Instructional Design (TMID) model.

REFUND POLICY:

A full refund will be given to students/participants who do not log any hours in the class.

Questions? Contact Brittney Maske at MaskeBrittneM@jccmi.edu.

Sponsored by CCE