Building Success from Day One in an Online Course

Cailin Noble, Tarleton State University

Cailin Noble, Tarleton State University


How can online instructors maintain academic integrity without creating an unsustainable workload? This session explores a student-centered approach that combines growth-mindset activities, strategic assessment design, and targeted proctoring practices. Participants will learn how an introductory discussion that goes beyond the typical self-introduction post fosters student reflection and engagement, while a course structure built around low-stakes assignments and only two proctored exams supports learning and reduces the need for extensive video review. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for fostering student success, preserving academic integrity, and creating a more sustainable online teaching experience.