Community Building in Online Learning Spaces

Guest: Dr. Annabelle Goodwin

Community building is important to the shared success of students and faculty in online education, but it requires a different set of strategies to foster belonging and extend support than those of in-person learning. With thoughtful approaches to relationship building and inclusion, educators can bridge the gaps in distance learning and create close-knit virtual communities. Learn why intentionality is central to building community in online education and how to implement inclusivity initiatives for the greatest impact in virtual learning spaces. 

This episode explores:

• The importance of proactive relationship building to improve student outcomes
• Planning interactions that strengthen personal and professional networks
• Tips to achieve institutional initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
•  How to apply an inclusive excellence model across all aspects of online education