eLearnReady 101: Get Yourself Ready for Online Learning Success
To prepare students for online learning, the eLearnReady research team has created a three-module mini-course aimed at providing students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for success in a virtual learning environment. This carefully designed course includes practical insights, actionable strategies, and interactive elements to ensure students gain a comprehensive understanding and can effectively apply key online learning principles. Each lesson builds on the previous one, offering a cohesive and engaging learning experience.
By the end of this mini-course, students will:
- Gain a thorough understanding of online learning principles and practices.
- Acquire the essential skills needed for success in online learning.
- Develop a personalized online learning plan tailored to their individual needs and goals.
Duration: 3 hours | Fee: Free | Passing Score: 80%
Certificate of Completion
Upon successfully completing this mini-course with a score of 80 or above, students will be awarded a certificate of completion. This certificate serves as a formal recognition of their achievement and mastery of essential online learning skills and principles covered in the course. Students can download and save this certificate for their personal records. Furthermore, they are encouraged to share it with their instructors or advisors to demonstrate their preparedness for online learning environments and their commitment to enhancing their educational journey. This credential can also be included in portfolios or resumes to showcase their proficiency in navigating and succeeding in digital learning platforms.
Mini-Course Assignment Idea
Here, we offer an assignment idea that integrates the eLearnReady mini-course into your online courses.
Assignment Title: eLearnReady 101 Completion Certificate
Objective: Ensure students complete the "eLearnReady 101: Get Yourself Ready for Online Learning Success" mini-course and obtain a certificate of completion.
Directions:
- Enroll in and complete the "eLearnReady 101: Get Yourself Ready for Online Learning Success" mini-course.
- Achieve a score of 80 or above to earn your certificate of completion.
- Download the certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
- Reflect briefly on the importance of completing this course and how it prepares you for online learning. Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) on what you found most valuable in the course.
Submission:
- Submit your certificate of completion as a PDF or image file via the course LMS.
- Include your brief reflection in the submission comments or as a separate document.
- The submission deadline is 11:59 p.m. U.S. EST/EDT on the last day of this module. Please name the assignment "eLearnReady 101 Completion Certificate."