Abstract
The chapter examines emerging priorities and trends in virtual or online teacher education courses using empirical research findings on online courses. The benefits and challenges of the online practicum course are explored, as well as the efficacy of online coaching if it impacts on participants' teaching practice. The uniqueness of this online course is that it uses synchronous one-on-one coaching as an innovative way of leading them to the next level of inquiry. This virtual course facilitates mutual and progressive improvement through synchronous and asynchronous communication tools. The results include the procedure of the interactive and effective online course development, benefits and challenges of taking well-designed online courses, and impact of guided and reflective virtual coaching as well as future direction.
| Original language | American English |
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| Title of host publication | Handbook of Research on Emerging Priorities and Trends in Distance Education: Communication, Pedagogy, and Technology |
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| State | Published - Jan 1 2014 |
Keywords
- Benefits and Challenges of Online Practicum Course
- Reflective Teaching Practice
- Synchronous Virtual Coaching
Disciplines
- Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Instructional Media Design
- Teacher Education and Professional Development
- Political Science