Dynamic Curriculum Development and Design Strategies for Effective Online Learning in Higher Education

Walters, Kelley

Sep 2023 · IGI Global

About this ebook

Online learning has gained popularity as a preferred option for higher education institutions globally, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This has created a need for educators and practitioners to understand the strategies and techniques required for designing and delivering effective online courses that can engage students and provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge for success. The book Dynamic Curriculum Development and Design Strategies for Effective Online Learning in Higher Education offers a practical guide and insights into the latest trends and best practices for curriculum development and design in the context of online learning.

Organized into three main sections, the book begins with an overview of the current landscape of online learning and the challenges and opportunities it presents for curriculum development. It then delves into the design and development of online courses, followed by the implementation and delivery of those courses. The book is relevant to both novice and experienced educators and practitioners who are involved in designing, developing, and delivering online courses in higher education. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the strategies and techniques required to design and deliver effective online courses, while examining the challenges and opportunities presented by online learning in higher education. As such, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in online learning in higher education who seeks to develop and deliver dynamic and engaging courses that cater to the needs of online learners.

About the author

Kelley Walters has over thirty years of educational experience ranging from the K12 classroom and Elementary Principal to graduate level teaching and higher education administration. She is currently the Academic Product Manager for Western Governors University's College of Business and has served as Dean for Northcentral University's School of Business, Senior Director for Northcentral University’s Center of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum, and Faculty. In addition, she is an an education consultant, Contributing Editor for Young Children (NAEYC), Editorial Review Board Member for The Reading Teacher (ILA), Editorial Review Board for The Record (KDP), and a reviewer for a plethora of peer reviewed journals. Dr. Walters’ primary research interests include curriculum development, online teaching and learning, and literacy strategies and instruction. [Editor]