The Latest News from Online Learning at UTK

November 2023
The office of Online Learning is a team of experienced online learning professionals, including instructional and multimedia designers and developers, who are proud to eradicate barriers that prevent our communities from accessing quality higher education. 

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New Online Course Review Program 

Last week, our office held a virtual session to launch the next phase of the Engaged Online Course Initiative (EOCI). We are proud to announce the creation of a new course review process that utilizes UT’s own quality online rubric. This initiative helps faculty and academic units align their courses with research-based principles related to online course design and development. In addition, instructors can participate in a new peer review process, which allows them to receive a course certification. 

Beginning this week, instructors can now sign up to serve as peer reviewers and request to have their courses reviewed. You can find out more information on our Engaged Online Course Review page.
Introducing Digital Learning at UT
Motivated by the broader vision of increasing access to higher education for Tennesseans, the University of Tennessee continues to work actively and strategically to expand its portfolio of online degree programs. Digital Learning at UT, formerly EdPlus at UT, was created to focus on advancing UT’s online education initiative while fostering collaboration across the campus. The new Digital Learning website was recently launched as part of that effort.

Digital Learning is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience to fully online learners. Online Learning, formerly OLAP, and VolsOnline are part of Digital Learning at UT. The Online Learning website continues to highlight the services and resources available to faculty for developing online courses. Our online programs will continue to be known as Vols Online. Together, they offer comprehensive support and services for instructional design, marketing, and student coaching.

Upcoming Brown Bag

Join us this Friday, November 3rd at 12:00 pm EDT for a session on Implementing Trauma-informed Pedagogy in an Asynchronous Course, led by Dr. Ragan Schriver. In this session, Dr. Schriver will define trauma, explain the biological responses to stress and trauma, and share strategies for applying key principles of trauma-informed care in your online classes. 
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Online Learning & Leadership (OLL) Series:
Our Online Learning & Leadership (OLL) series provides new opportunities to engage with each other on best practices that enhance online learning and online programs. 
Brown Bag Fridays 
Join UT instructional faculty as they share strategies and recommendations for successful teaching, learning, and assessment online.
  • Group Work in an Asynchronous Learning Environment, 
    Khosi Lunga: NOV 17, 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST | Register

Interested in Leading a Brown Bag Session? Contact us at cakpovo@utk.edu with your ideas, and we will meet with you to discuss potential session topics.

Online Learning Community of Practice (OLCoP) Series 
Join us via Zoom for a 45-minute interactive session, bringing together UT faculty and Online Learning staff into a learning community of practice.
  1. Designing Effective Discussions for Online Learners,  
    Dr. Anna Everett: NOV 14, 12:00 – 12:45 pm EST | Register

  2. Design an Online Course for all Learners,
    Tonya Hussin: NOV 28, 12:00 – 12:45 pm EST | Register
Online Program Management Network (OPMN) Series 
Join us for this month’s OPMN meeting on Wednesday, November 29th, from 2 to 3 pm EST, when our Digital Learning marketing team will share their strategies for promoting UT’s fully online degree programs. Don’t miss this opportunity!   
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Online Learning Consultations
Our Online Learning Consultants Are Ready to Help! 
Do you have questions about teaching online, or do you need help with development? Schedule an online consultation with our team of instructional designers and multimedia specialists to help you get off to a strong start!
Consultation Form
Online Learning Virtual Office Hours (VOH) 
In October, we will have our virtual office hours hosted by an instructional designer several times a week. Check our calendar for additional information. No appointment is necessary!

One Thing Video Shorts
The One Thing Video Shorts aim to create concise and informative videos that provide instructors with valuable tips and best practices to enhance their online teaching and learning experiences.      
These videos explore a wide range of topics related to online teaching and learning. This month’s video is titled, “Writing Detailed Assignment Instructions Using the TiLT (Transparency in Learning and Teaching) method.” Look for a new video each month!    
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