DIVE and Deep DIVE for Spring 2024

DIVE (Designing Instruction for Virtual Engagement) and Deep DIVE are programs that cater to faculty seeking to elevate their expertise in online course design and teaching. During the pandemic, we all scrambled quickly to do our best in an emergency situation. Now we have a chance to circle back and explore more comprehensively the knowledge and skills essential for sustained and effective online engagement.

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded an electronic badge, recognizing their accomplishments. Each program extends over six weeks and involves a structured curriculum comprising assignments and weekly one-hour live sessions.

What are the differences between the DIVE and DEEP DIVE programs?

• DIVE concentrates on the science of designing online courses, offering participants practical strategies and techniques for creating and teaching effective online courses. It encompasses systematic practices for designing courses that engage and educate students.
• Deep DIVE delves into the fundamental principles that underpin course design and teaching across different modalities. It goes beyond the 'how' and explores the 'why.' This program empowers educators to make more informed decisions and create courses that prioritize a student-centered approach.
• Participants can choose the program that aligns best with their interests and schedule.

Course Facilitators and Structure 

• DIVE is led by Dr. Laine Scales along with Dr. Chris Zakrzewski and Yue Ma from Learning Design, requiring participants to invest approximately 4-5 hours per week. The topics covered are:
  • Session 1: Building Online Community;  Connecting with Your Students 
  • Session 2: Mapping your Online Course 
  • Session 3: Online Learning Activities  
  • Session 4: Online Learning Activities - Authentic Assessments
  • Session 5: Crafting Discussion Prompts 
  • Session 6: Facilitating the course (Asynchronous and Synchronous) 

Interested faculty can learn more about DIVE and register here. The synchronous session for the Spring 2024 DIVE will be held via Zoom on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time.

• Deep DIVE is facilitated by Dr. Kayla Collins with Dr. Chris Zakrzewski and Yue Ma from Learning Design and also requires about 4-5 hours per week. The topics include: 

Session 1: Discover Your Teaching Strength Across Modalities
Session 2: Designing for the Right Student Persona
Session 3: Designing Learning for All
Session 4: Collaborative Activities
Session 5: Future of Teaching
Session 6: Evaluating Quality for Effective Online Learning

Interested faculty can learn more about Deep DIVE and register here. The synchronous session for the Spring 2024 Deep DIVE will be held via Zoom on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Central Time.

Both programs accommodate 15 participants and often have a waiting list. While full-time faculty receive priority, part-time faculty may be considered for any remaining slots.