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Designing Online Learning Modules in Kinesiology.
Brian K McFarlin1, Randi J Weintraub1, Whitney Breslin1
1University of Houston, Department of Health and Human Performance, USA.
Journal of Educational Technology & Society
|September 19, 2014
Summary
Online learning modules can enhance student understanding and retention of health concepts. This case report details designing and implementing these modules in undergraduate health science and kinesiology courses.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences Education
- Kinesiology Curriculum Design
Background:
- Traditional health science education faces challenges in student engagement and concept retention.
- Online learning environments offer a promising alternative for delivering health science content.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the design and implementation of online learning modules for undergraduate health science and kinesiology courses.
- To share practical insights for educators seeking to integrate online learning principles.
Main Methods:
- Development of interactive online learning modules tailored to specific health science/kinesiology topics.
- Integration of these modules into two lower-division and one upper-division college courses.
- Case report methodology focusing on the design and application process.
Main Results:
- The online modules were successfully implemented in undergraduate health science and kinesiology courses.
- The approach demonstrated the potential for online learning to improve student learning and retention.
- The case report provides a replicable model for other institutions.
Conclusions:
- Online learning modules can effectively teach complex health concepts to undergraduate students.
- The design principles outlined are transferable to various college courses beyond health sciences.
- This approach offers a scalable solution for enhancing health education delivery.
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