Online Professional Development

1st Edition

Design, Deliver, Succeed!

John D. Ross
eISBN-13: 9781452269580

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Much-needed direction for navigating online professional development

Although many educators are on the fast track to embracing online professional development (OPD), choosing the best solution is not as simple as pushing a button. OPD expert John D. Ross′s practical framework will guide you through asking the right questions and making sound development and purchasing decisions. The book′s process is founded on proven principles of professional learning and instructional design. You will benefit from others′ experience and expertise while efficiently charting a cost-effective course to success. This reader-friendly guide provides a path to answering these fundamental questions:

Why online professional development? How much does it cost? How do I get started? What does high-quality online learning look like? What technologies are right for me? How do I put it all together?Did it work?

Included are an OPD decision matrix, a step-by-step planning and implementation framework, "buyer beware" guidelines, and real-life case studies from successful OPD providers. Whether you want to purchase or create OPD, this time-saving resource will help you understand your financial options and confidently chart your course to success.

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ISBNs 1452269580, 9781452269115, 9781452269580, 9781412987127, 9781412987127, 9781412987127
Language English
Number of Pages 208
Edition 1st