Year 2020: A Turning Point for University Online Teaching and Learning

Explore a comprehensive lecture examining the evolution and transformation of online education through four distinct developmental phases, with special emphasis on the pivotal year 2020. Delve into the technological foundations of Online Education 1.0, investigating ICT benefits and the MOOC revolution, before advancing to the pedagogical innovations of Online Education 2.0, featuring course design showcases and technology-enhanced learning strategies. Progress through the managerial and commercial aspects of Online Education 3.0, addressing quality assurance during COVID-19, and culminate with Online Education 4.0's focus on sustainability and global development, including the role of universities in achieving SDG 4. Gain insights into three decades of online education development, with particular attention to milestone years 2012, 2017, and 2020, while examining the future trajectory and evolving mission of online education in higher learning.