Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course focuses on methods for establishing and maintaining a sense of classroom community in an online environment, with a special focus on equity and cultural responsiveness. Students will practice strategies for supporting the success of online students, including developing a sense of presence in a virtual environment, humanizing communication, celebrating student diversity, developing clear and consistent policies, and managing discussions and group assignments. Special emphasis will be placed on developing an action plan for building equity and culturally responsive teaching practices in the online environment. Identifying and understanding federal and state regulations, as they apply to online teaching and learning, will also be a part of this course. 