Pocket Guide to Online Teaching : Translating the Evidence-Based Model Teaching Criteria

This pithy yet thorough book provides an evidence-based guide on how to prepare for online teaching, especially for those who are making a swift transition from face-to-face to online instruction.

Guided by the Model Teaching Characteristics created by The Society for the Teaching of Psychology, this book covers important topics like: how to adapt to expected and unexpected changes in teaching, how to evaluate yourself and your peers, and tips on working smarter/optimizing working practices with the resources available. The features of the book include:

• Practical examples exploring how to solve the typical problems of designing and instructing online courses.
• Interactive "Worked Examples" and "Working Smarter" callouts throughout the book which offer practical demonstrations to help teachers learn new skills.
• Further reading and resources to build on knowledge about online education.
• End of chapter checklists which summarizes suggestions about how to be a model online teacher.

This essential resource will provide support for teachers of all levels and disciplines, from novice to the most experienced, during the transition to online teaching.

Aaron S. Richmond is a Professor of Educational Psychology at Metropolitan State University of Denver, USA. He studies how humans learn and develop and the application of this knowledge to classroom instruction and assessment.

Regan A. R. Gurung is Professor of Psychological Science and Director of the General Psychology Program at Oregon State University, USA. His research focuses on reducing prejudice, racism, and sexism, and the factors influencing learning.

Guy A. Boysen is a Professor of Psychology at McKendree University, USA. His scholarship emphasizes the teaching of psychology, professional development of teachers, and stigma toward mental illness.