Strategies for Improving Learning in Asynchronous Courses (Online)
This online professional development workshop focuses on designing effective, engaging, and inclusive asynchronous courses that go beyond content delivery. Participants will explore evidence-informed strategies for structuring asynchronous learning experiences that promote student engagement, clarity, and success. Through hands-on activities, reflective practice, and practical examples, instructors will learn to design meaningful learning pathways, build a strong instructor presence, align learning outcomes with activities and assessments, and address common challenges such as isolation, motivation, and accessibility. The session is highly interactive and supports immediate application to participants’ own courses.
Learning Objectives:
· Design engaging, student-centred asynchronous learning by structuring clear pathways, using multimodal content, and applying strategies that promote interaction and instructor presence without real-time sessions.
· Align learning outcomes, activities, and assessments for asynchronous delivery to ensure clarity, accessibility, and meaningful student engagement.
Workshop Facilitator:
Sapna Sharma is an accomplished educator, curriculum specialist, and instructional designer with over 25 years of combined academic and industry experience. She is recognized for her expertise in evidence‑based teaching, inclusive pedagogy, and her strong commitment to supporting both learners and educators