This content-rich course provides core principles and best practices in online teaching to get you up and running fast, without costly and frustrating false starts. It is presented in four units by Dr. Brian Udermann, director of online education at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and a 15-year veteran of the online classroom. First, look at the current state of online education, and the fundamental differences between online and face-to-face teaching. Next, learn how to transition to teaching online while retaining the sense of community a face-to-face classroom provides. Get invaluable guidance on course development – from using backward design to developing sound course structure and navigation, to creating a comprehensive syllabus. Then, discover the best way to run your courses: how to establish your classroom “presence,” use online discussions effectively, administer assessments, and provide feedback. Learn about technology tools and how to employ them with purpose. See how to use your LMS to your advantage, how to use video confidently, and how to stay attuned to ADA compliance requirements. The course includes video content supplemented by activities, resources, assessments, reflection questions, and transcripts.