biblically integrated content and the faithaffirming conversations Cedarville courses are made of. Faculty members have their own training and advising too. Cedarville’s Center for Teaching and Learning helps new and returning faculty understand how their field integrates with biblical principles and demonstrate those principles in their virtual classrooms. The CTL frequently updates their development, coordination, instruction, and production services — particularly with online courses. Two of their most popularly accessed resources include the weekly FOCUS Blog and the Transform Your Teaching podcast, from which I and other faculty members benefit greatly. In my online courses at Cedarville, I strive to foster the same ease and sense of connection my students receive in their traditional classrooms. In past online classes, shy students have used the chat box and offered great insight. Even I feel more at ease in my home office with my familiar space and my cats. Everyone becomes a little more honest and open behind the safety of a screen. While that leads to obvious dangers in social media environments, it can be uniquely rewarding for classroom dynamics. CEDARVILLE ONLINE TODAY, TOMORROW, AND BEYOND Today, Cedarville University offers undergraduate, graduate, and dual enrollment opportunities for new and returning students. Of the 47 graduate programs at Cedarville, 41 are offered online, and there are currently 33 online dual enrollment courses offered. Ohio high school students can even take dual enrollment courses for free through the state's College Credit Plus program. The new Cedarville Online undergraduate initiative builds on that foundation. As online learning continues to grow in popularity and accessibility, Cedarville is focused on maintaining its high standards and supportive care for both students and faculty members. These online courses draw on a rich history of distance learning success. In the end, online courses are one more way to prepare students for a life of biblical excellence and vocational distinction no matter where their careers take them. Dr. Bryana Fern serves as an Assistant Professor of English at Cedarville. She earned her PhD from The University of Southern Mississippi. 41 Online Graduate Programs 33 Online Dual Enrollment Courses CEDARVILLE ONLINE TODAY 5 Online Undergraduate Degrees (starting in August) 15
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