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Why online
Here at Distance and Online Education, we strive to increase access to the University of Iowa beyond the physical borders of campus. In partnership with university colleges and departments, we provide high quality academic courses to both traditional and nontraditional students using a variety of locations, schedules and technologies.
Having a strategic online presence reflects the University of Iowa’s commitment to engage with contemporary trends in education.
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With online education, the University of Iowa can provide learning opportunities for transfer, returning and place‑bound students.
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Online education allows on‑campus students flexibility in their schedules as well as the opportunity to take courses from the University of Iowa while they are home for the summer.
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Online courses allow faculty to explore new teaching strategies and course redesign benefiting both on‑ and off‑campus students.
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Teaching online provides faculty flexibility for professional development, conferences or research travel while maintaining teaching responsibilities.
Distance education by the numbers
What we do
Online course administration
Course coordinators assist faculty and department administrators with course‑related issues for Distance and Online Education courses.
Instructional design
Our iDev team assists instructors with planning and development of course processes and instructional materials.
Media development
We put the technology in place to capture your course content in an effective and dynamic manner.
Exam services
Exam services staff coordinate all phases of the exam process.
Marketing
Reach more perspective students for your new course, certificate or degree program with support from our communications and marketing director.
Library services
Our Distance Education librarian can help you incorporate library resources and help into your course.
How to teach online
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Propose your idea
to your departmentMeet with your DEO and ensure you have departmental support to offer your course online.
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Contact DOE
to get startedContact Distance and Online Education to begin developing your online course.
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Meet with DOE staff
as neededAs you develop your online course, meet with DOE staff on a weekly or monthly basis for support and guidance.
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Receive on‑going support
from DOEYour Course Coordinator & Instructional Designer provide support as you are teaching and discuss changes to your course for future offerings.