Implementation of Online Pedagogies in a Large Undergraduate Nutrition Course
Conference Tracks
Online Learning – Research
Abstract
Introduction: The global pandemic resulted in significant disruption in higher education, shifting towards online or hybrid education for undergraduate students, often finding this modality less motivating and engaging.
Methods: The dietetics faculty at James Madison University collaboratively integrated online best practices in developing engaging and supportive learning community within a large “Nutrition for Wellness” course, a prerequisite for Health Sciences majors. The faculty implemented online pedagogies/tools to enhance student motivation and connection, while strengthening learning community, using the “Community of Inquiry” framework.
Results: Course evaluations demonstrated a high degree of satisfaction with online pedagogies used to promote motivation and engagement.
Session Format
Research Brief and Reflection Panels
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Publication Type and Release Option
Image (Open Access)
Recommended Citation
Abad-Jorge, Ana, "Implementation of Online Pedagogies in a Large Undergraduate Nutrition Course" (2022). SoTL Commons Conference. 79.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/sotlcommons/SoTL/2022/79
Implementation of Online Pedagogies in a Large Undergraduate Nutrition Course
Introduction: The global pandemic resulted in significant disruption in higher education, shifting towards online or hybrid education for undergraduate students, often finding this modality less motivating and engaging.
Methods: The dietetics faculty at James Madison University collaboratively integrated online best practices in developing engaging and supportive learning community within a large “Nutrition for Wellness” course, a prerequisite for Health Sciences majors. The faculty implemented online pedagogies/tools to enhance student motivation and connection, while strengthening learning community, using the “Community of Inquiry” framework.
Results: Course evaluations demonstrated a high degree of satisfaction with online pedagogies used to promote motivation and engagement.
