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By Melissa Kelly, About.com Guide to Secondary Education since 2000

Top 10 Tips for Effective Online Teaching

Sunday October 4, 2009

Across the nation, many teachers are getting laid off or trying to find alternative sources of income just in case. Some are turning to online teaching. I have taught online for over five years and have found the experience to be truly rewarding. However, online teaching is a much different experience from teaching in the traditional classroom. It can be extremely rewarding but also somewhat challenging, especially in the beginning. These ten tips for effective online teaching can help make a difference for those who are teaching online or those considering online teaching.

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October 9, 2009 at 4:37 pm
(1) Hilary says:

I really appreciate your ten tips for online teaching. I have found them very helpful. I do have a question for you. How were you able to get your first online teaching experience? I am having a hard time trying to become an online teacher when it seems like everyone wants online teaching experience.

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