The Online Teaching Lounge

By American Public University

Online teaching can be challenging, rewarding, engaging, and fun. American Public University brings you the Online Teaching Lounge, a podcast for educators, academics, and parents featuring online tea... more

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The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.

The Online Teaching Lounge episodes:

December 14, 2022 A Guide to Using Video in Your Online Teaching | EP139
Video has become a staple of our everyday lives. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen provides an inside look at the best ways to use video in your online classroom.
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December 07, 2022 How to Approach Online Discussions from a Macro and Micro View | EP138
Discussion spaces are one of the most beneficial components in the online classroom. In this episode, Dr. Bethanie Hansen highlights some of the primary and secondary benefits of discussions including teaching students how to interact by following a netiquette guide as well as teaching skills like conflict resolution in the discussion forums.
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15min
November 30, 2022 How Radical Depersonalization Can Improve Your Teaching | EP137
Have you ever felt attacked or offended by a student’s feedback about your teaching? It’s hard not to take it personally. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen discusses the concept of radical depersonalization and strategies to help teachers listen differently to feedback and criticism. Learn how radical depersonalization can help teachers better understand the needs of students and even help teachers get to know their students better.

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14min
November 23, 2022 How to Navigate a Career Change in Online Education | EP136
Is it time for you to change jobs or start a new career? In this episode, Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares tips to help with the transition. Learn why it’s important to craft a strong narrative about your career, build a strong network and be prepared to negotiate.
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17min
November 16, 2022 What is Gratitude? | EP135
In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen delves into the many facets of gratitude.
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12min
November 02, 2022 What Makes a Great College Teacher? | EP134
Educators must constantly evaluate their teaching style to ensure students are learning. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen discusses the strategies of great teachers based on the book “What the Best College Teachers Do.” Learn what questions teachers should ask themselves when planning their next course and other tips to be effective in the online classroom.
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14min
October 26, 2022 Improving Student Engagement Using Metrics and Data | EP133
Student engagement is a critical part of learning. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen discusses how to improve student engagement in the online classroom using available metrics and data. Learn how educators can use that information to adjust assignments to help improve student engagement.
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14min
October 19, 2022 Letting Go of Sedentary Online Teaching | Ep132
Being sedentary and not moving your body can have major health impacts and also result in lower energy and lower productivity. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares strategies to incorporate more activity into your work day like using timers to remind you to get up and move around as well as habit stacking, which helps you build more healthy habits into your existing routine.
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20min
October 12, 2022 Benefits of Offering Choices in the Online Classroom | EP131
Providing students with choices in assignments can add excitement and increase student creativity. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen talks about ways teachers can add more choices in the online classroom.
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14min
October 05, 2022 8 Teaching Strategies to Improve Efficiency and Connection | EP 130
Efficiency is important, but online educators must be mindful not to sacrifice student relationships for the sake of efficiency. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares eight strategies to consider when working to improve your efficiency while also building relationships and connections with students.
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30min

FAQs about The Online Teaching Lounge:

How many episodes does The Online Teaching Lounge have?

The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.