Community-Engaged Learning for Online Courses

Authors

Marsha W. Maxwell PhD, University of UtahFollow
Katarina Friberg-Felsted PhD, University of UtahFollow
Jacqueline L. Eaton PhD, University of UtahFollow
Megan R. Medina, University of UtahFollow
Denise Crismon, University of UtahFollow

Funding Information

No funding sources were used for the project.

Abstract

This article explores how to ensure the quality of community-engaged learning (CEL) course outcomes for online courses. We share insights and knowledge of three instructors who have successfully integrated CEL into their online courses. Based on these instructors' experiences, this article discusses four key topics related to online CEL courses: finding mutually beneficial partnerships, managing expectations, managing student-partner interactions, and following up with students. While we have found that the benefits of CEL outweigh the drawbacks, adding CEL to the dynamics of an online course can prove complicated for instructors, who must consider the time commitment, communication challenges, and course outcomes as they plan CEL projects.

Recommended Citation

Maxwell, Marsha W. PhD; Friberg-Felsted, Katarina PhD; Eaton, Jacqueline L. PhD; Medina, Megan R.; and Crismon, Denise (2025) "Community-Engaged Learning for Online Courses," Transforming Communities: Vol. 2: Iss. 1, Article 1.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/tcjournal/vol2/iss1/1