All-Bethel Faculty/Staff Learning Lab: Enhancing Instructor Presence in Online Courses (Thursday Evening Option)

ALL Bethel University faculty are invited to this Learning Lab. Faculty will explore practical strategies to increase instructor presence in their online courses, helping students feel more connected to their instructors and the content. This session will be especially valuable for faculty who teach from templated courses and for those who design their own and are looking for ways to bring more personalization to the online format.

Topics will include

• Adding personal videos: humanize your course by sharing stories, connections, and personal experiences.

• Incorporating voice notes: provide guidance, clarification, and feedback in a more personal way. 

• Shepherding forum engagement: guide discussions to create more meaningful interactions.

• Previews and reviews: spark curiosity and recap Module learning.

• Using AI for general grading comments: free up time for more meaningful, personalized feedback.

About our presenter: Nicki Luehrs holds an M.A. in Teaching from Bethel University and has 12 years of teaching experience. As an Instructional Designer, she specializes in developing unique learning experiences, fostering meaningful connections in online education, and implementing student retention strategies to enhance the overall student experience.

This Learning Lab will be offered at two different dates/times to best accommodate the various schedules of our attendees. The content presented will be the same on both dates. Please choose the option that works best for you!

Option 1: 3:30-4:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, May 6

Option 2: 6:30-7:30 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 8