In this presentation, we will share the best practices that we learned from our experiences implementing optional optional synchronous video-conferencing components in our traditional asynchronous online classes. Also, we will share our case study of implementing the new modality, Online Live, with a required synchronous video-conferencing session each week.
This presentation will cover a detailed case study focusing on the new trend at Fuller Theological Seminary. At the 21st Annual Online Learning Consortium International Conference 2015, we shared the successes of the video conference classroom model (Fuller Live!) at Fuller Theological Seminary. After 3 years, however, the student enrollment for the synchronous multi-site video-conferencing classes immensely decreased while online student enrollment continues to grow. Especially, asynchronous online classes with optional synchronous video-conferencing components have been very well-received by both students and faculty. As an alternative modality to the synchronous multi-site video conferencing modality, Fuller started a new modality called “Online Live.” Online Live is a combination of our traditional online format with a required synchronous video-conferencing session each week. In this presentation, we will share the best practices that we learned from our experiences implementing synchronous video-conference meetings in our traditional asynchronous online classes. Also, we will share our case study of implementing the new modality, Online Live, along with our traditional online modality.