Orienting Students to Online Learning: A Must for Student Success
Orientation experiences support students’ transition to the first year of college, which is essential for student success. This applies equally to online learning.
Jill Leafstedt is Dean of Extended University, Digital Learning, and International Programs at CSU Channel Islands, where she has led since 2002. Her unit operates as a fully self-support enterprise, growing from six programs to thirteen under her leadership. She is also a Hudson Institute-certified executive coach working with leaders navigating significant transitions. Her work in digital learning, faculty development, and academic innovation has been published in EDUCAUSE Review and EdSurge.
Orientation experiences support students’ transition to the first year of college, which is essential for student success. This applies equally to online learning.
After making the decision to dive into virtual reality with a focus on student learning outcomes, CSU Channel Islands faculty have seen very promising results.
Immersive reality has the power to bring hypothetical learning experiences to life in the classroom.
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