Journal of Online Learning Research and Practice Volume 7, Number 2, 2019 | Page 2

Journal of Online Learning Research and Practice Volume 7, Number 2 • 2019 © 2019 Policy Studies Organization TABLE OF CONTENTS Editor’s Preface ............................................................................................................. iii Kathleen J. Tate, American Public University System Articles The APUS OER Conversion Project ........................................................................... 1 Jose A. Rodriguez and Conrad Lotze, American Public University System Spectrum Educational Tool: Animated Scenarios for Teacher Preparation ........ 15 L. Octavia Tripp, Cheryl D. Seals, and Robertson Bassy, Auburn University Effective Practices in Online Forum Discussions ................................................... 37 Craig T. Bogar and J. Louis Spencer, American Public University System From the Field 3 Questions for an Online Learning Leader ............................................................ 47 Featuring Vernon Smith, Senior Vice President and Provost, American Public University System Book Reviews A Review of The Ultimate Guide to eLearning Infographics .................................. 51 Heidi Lockwood, American Public University System Media Reviews Media Insight: An Interview about Electronic Course Materials ......................... 57 Andrea Dunn, American Public University System