Deep Learning through online delivery of Technological Courses:

A quest for teaching excellence

Frank Sherkat, Senior Lecturer, Department of Food Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, 3000. Email: frank.sherkat@rmit.edu.au

Keywords

Online, Food Technology, Course Info., Blackboard, deep learning, flexible learning, web-based, RMIT, Food Science.

Abstract

RMIT University has adopted online course development and delivery policy since 1997. This paper will discuss the staff experience engaged, from the early day of the policy implementation, in the development of flexible environment within a Science and Technology based program. It will also analyse the learning outcomes of the students engaged in online courses. Course statistics collected through the online course environment will be reported and the results of course evaluation as well as the technical and educational issues encountered during preparation and implementation will be discussed.

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