Part 1: Building the Foundation for Culturally Responsive Online Teaching

In Part 1, Building the Foundation for Culturally Responsive Online Teaching, faculty will develop foundational knowledge of online and intercultural trends and frameworks. The chapters in this section will explore the rise of online and international education and cultural considerations in online learning.

Chapter 1: The Rise of Online and International Higher Education

In chapter one, faculty will explore recent trends in online learning and international student enrollment in higher education. This chapter focuses on the globalization that online education offers and how the increased diversity in online courses impacts the online classroom.

Chapter 2: Cultural Considerations in Online Learning

In chapter two, faculty take a deeper dive into the specific challenges international students face in online learning environments. This chapter provides faculty with cultural dimension frameworks to help them identify how various cultural factors can impact learning in online classes.