Home Offices for Teaching Online
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Setting up a home office for teaching online is part of the e-learning instructor’s responsibility, usually with no institutional support for either the purchase or the maintenance of the equipment or defraying of other costs. (Tax write-offs may be possible.)
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Minimal Technologies
A home office for teaching online should be professional and comfortable. Minimal technologies involve a main computer (desktop or laptop) and Internet connectivity.
Basic software would often include the Microsoft Office Suite of tools.
Flatbed scanners, digital cameras, headsets, microphones, digital audio recorders, fax machines, and other elements may be added on as needed.
More high end software tools might include Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software, and others, depending on the field that the instructor is working in.
Basic Furniture
Ergonomic furniture may be required for a safe work environment. This would mean adjustable desks and chairs, keyboard and other ergonomic devices, healthy lighting, and other elements.
Social Spaces
Those home offices that are also used for student visits will need the usual furniture for social gatherings and potentially coffee pots, candy dishes, and other aspects for professional entertaining.
Reference Materials
Reference materials for the teaching and learning would be helpful to have within easy reach.