Marek,+K+2009

Learning to Teach Online: Creating a Culture of Support for Faculty
Marek, K 2009

Jelis (50,4) p. 275-292

As online course delivery becomes increasingly prevalent in higher education, it becomes more important to assist faculty in gaining new pedagogical skill s. This article scans current literature regarding concerns and best practices i n this area, and reports on a study of institutional support for training LIS faculty. The online survey of 16 quantitative and qualitative questions was distributed to all faculty from ALA accredited master's programs requesting feedback about what support was available and what support was especially needed and/or appreciated by the faculty members. The results of this survey suggest a model of institutional support that includes faculty course release, LIS program level training and support, and structured mentoring. Implementation of such a model will help institutions create a culture of support for online teaching. Reprinted by permission of the publisher.
 * Abstract**

What support structures exist in LIS programs and their institutions to help faculty develop new skills in online course design, delivery and content. (based on perceptions from survey - reality may not be as perceived)
 * RQ**

Assist faculty Model institutional support Culture of support Discover and share best practices. Define best practice? cf profitability - Noble "elusive and confusing" - Lewis and Abdul-Hamid (2006) Students as experts p 278 Tallent-Runnels, et al 2006 - evaluate online teaching Rewards - could be time Early adopters ill advised Harman Transformation without due regard to faculty expertise Based on survey of LIS schools Illinois - time off, reduced load, training. San Jose - 2 week programme Developed model based on literature review and survey - Institution -> LIS program -> External continuing education Additional research testing this model beyond LIS, include service providers
 * Notes**

RP: What is //best practice// in online learning and how can it be shared?