The Online Teaching Lounge

The Online Teaching Lounge


Latest Episodes

Managing Vacation Time While Teaching Online | EP119
July 20, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares strategies for planning a short time away from the online class.

Using Explainer Videos in Online Classes | EP118
July 13, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen provides insight into tools to create explainer videos, content options, video length, and more.

Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning | EP117
July 06, 2022

In this episode, APU's Dr. Bethanie Hansen provides guidance to help educators invite students to share more about themselves, their background, and their culture to create a more inclusive learning e

Online Classroom Management: Boss or Leader? | EP116
June 29, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares the difference between being a boss and a leader.

Know What Online Students Are Thinking | EP115
June 22, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen shares insight she recently learned from talking to a recent graduate at Commencement.

BONUS: Celebrating Commencement 2022
June 20, 2022

Hear from graduates and faculty members as they celebrate the classes of 2020, 2021, 2022!

Using Video to Provide Feedback to Online Students | EP114
June 15, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen talks to STEM professor Dr. Sylvia Nemmers about how she uses video to engage her students, provide information and feedback, and build a stronger connection

How Reflective Practices Can Help Students Learn More Deeply | EP113
June 08, 2022

There are many ways to help students retain information, but one of the most successful ways is through reflective practices. Learn how reflective practices can help students “think about their thinking” and include strategies like journaling, blogging, a

A Guide to Dealing with Challenging Students in the Online Classroom | EP112
June 01, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen discusses ways to help online educators deal with such conflicts.

Building Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Online Classroom | EP111
May 25, 2022

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bethanie Hansen talks about ways to naturally build diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, into the classroom structure.