Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies
Stephanie Smith Budhai author Ke'Anna Brown Skipwith author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:15th Dec '26
£37.99
This title is due to be published on 15th December, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£155.00(9781041161462)
Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies, Third Edition, is a practical guide for all instructors, instructional designers, and online learning administrators developing, teaching, and leading online, hybrid, and/or blended learning courses and programs who want to provide supportive, engaging, and interactive learner experiences. This book situates learning theories and sciences to support the integration of active and experiential learning approaches and activities into online learning environments. Topics explored include artificial intelligence, simulations, digital games, social media integration, project- and scenario-based learning, virtual labs, and online micro-credentialing as they relate to the development of authentic skill-building, communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills in learners. New and emerging immersive technologies including virtual and augmented reality along with artificial intelligence are expanded in this updated third edition with examples of how they can be used in online courses to actively engage learners in experiential experiences. Readers will find guidelines for the development of increased social presence and collaborative learning experiences, digital gaming and edutainment, civic and career connection, competency-based learning, and field-based and clinical experiences. Additionally, the authors provide effective learning strategies, discipline specific examples, templates and additional resources that align learner engagement with assessment practices and course outcomes.
"In the age of generative AI (GenAI) where students have access to tools that can automate their thinking, communication, and even learning, teaching online has become increasingly more challenging. If I were looking for one book to read that would not only help me navigate teaching online in the age of AI, but thrive in this era, it would be this book! The third edition of Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies offers a thoughtful, well-organized collection of strategies for engaging learners in meaningful, authentic experiences in online settings. The book features a collection of incredible resources and ideas that any teacher, including those who teach online and in-person, can benefit from. The newest addition is particularly helpful for several reasons, including 1) situating the strategies and ideas within well-established learning theories; 2) incorporating emerging technologies and trends, including GenAI, eSports, and learning analytics; and 3) providing a balanced perspective of technology, including how to critique it and ethical considerations, like data privacy, to keep in mind when determining whether to use these tools. I give this book my HIGHEST recommendation!"
--Torrey Trust, Ph.D.
Professor, Learning Technology, Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies
College of Education, University of Massachusetts Amherst
“Whether you are new to online teaching or an experienced faculty member looking for ideas to expand your online teaching repertoire, Best Practices in Engaging Online Learners Through Active and Experiential Learning Strategies, 3rd Edition is for you! In a surprisingly compact volume, Stephanie Smith Budhai and Ke’Anna Brown Skipwith provide an appropriate blend of theory with a wealth of strategies, practical ideas, and resources that you can implement immediately into your online courses.”
--Anthony Piña, Ed.D.
Chief Online Learning Officer, Illinois State University
“Budhai and Skipwith deliver an indispensable third edition that moves beyond emergency remote instruction toward intentional, engaging online pedagogy. Grounded in UDL 3.0 and learning sciences, it offers practical strategies for integrating AI, immersive technologies, and authentic assessment. As one who has led and advised this work globally, I can attest this is a vital resource for instructors, designers, and academic leaders.”
--Dr. Morris Thomas PhD, MBA, PMP
Howard University
ISBN: 9781041161509
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142 pages
3rd edition