Principles and Practices in Teaching One-Month Online College Courses in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
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Authors
Ryan, Mark
Issue Date
2025-10-24
Type
Book
Language
en
Keywords
Artificial Intelligence , Assessment , Evaluation , Equity , Validity , Reliability
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Abstract
Principles and Practices in Teaching One-Month Online College Courses in the Age of Artificial Intelligence grew out of two decades of experience designing and teaching accelerated online courses for adult learners. These courses, typically lasting only four weeks, demand both structural precision and intellectual flexibility. The question at the heart of this work has always been how to preserve depth of learning within compressed time. The answer, refined through years of practice, lies in predictable design that allows students to focus on inquiry rather than logistics, and in meaningful dialogue that transforms brief encounters into lasting understanding. The handbook is written for educators who recognize that one-month courses succeed not by reducing content, but by intensifying interaction. Each chapter builds on the principle that structure liberates creativity: when modules, calendars, and grading systems are consistent, professors can devote more time to conversation, feedback, and mentorship—the true sources of learning. What distinguishes this model is its insistence that simplicity in design does not mean simplicity in thought. Standardization establishes rhythm, while discussion, reflection, and evaluation sustain intellectual complexity.