Developing Effective Web-based Learning

Although some people assume that a classroom environment would be ideal for learning , “On average, students in online learning conditionsperformed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction.”  


Since online learning has become  increasingly conventional it is important for educators to develop effective web-based materials. Initially, I had placed a greater emphasis on the in-classroom application of  the Corkboard Curriculum than on online learning. After considering the weight of online-learning, I realized how important it was to have a well-developed website. 

 A Practical Guide To Developing Effective Web-basedLearning is a brilliant article that will highly influence my capstone project. The article was created to "assist readers in developing effective educational websites by integrating principles of active learning with the unique features of the Web." The article not only explains how to effectively showcase an idea or present an activity, it explains the "why's" for formatting and incorporating certain elements into a website, as well. The article includes a preparatory section and a section dedicated to the website's implementation and maintenance. Each section is divided into easy-to-follow, practical steps that help guide website construction. 

This article is a diamond in the rough. The authors understand the gravity of online learning. I will absolutely be applying the information they have provided.

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