I have extensive experience leading virtual and hybrid communities of practice that aim to share and build expertise in training facilitation and pedagogy. By modeling teaching practices, bringing in expert online presenters, guiding group discussions, and allowing experimentation with innovative training techniques, I offer members a safe place to share resources and hone their teaching skills in real time.
For the past fifteen years, I have provided instructional design consultation and technology management strategy for hundreds of virtual events. I have extensive experience training teachers and presenters in best practices for leading and managing virtual trainings.
Publications and Presentations about Virtual Teaching and Training Techniques
Baptista, Z. & Brandon, E. (2021). Hybrid Teaching Strategies [Workshop Series]. Waltham, MA: Brandeis University.
Baptista, Z. & Peterson, K. (2020). A New Question for Teachers: How Do I Teach Online? [Podcast]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.
Baptista, Z. (2020). Making the Transition to Virtual Classrooms [Blog]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.
Baptista, Z. (2020). Making the Transition to Virtual Classrooms – Part II [Blog]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.
Baptista, Z. (2020). How Can We Do a Better Job at Connecting with Virtual Audiences? [Blog]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.
Baptista, Z. (2019). Mobile Responsive Training Packages to Enhance Distance Learning. [Technical Demonstration]. Connected Learning Summit, Irvine, CA: University of California.
Baptista, Z. (2019). 7 Secrets to Becoming A Better Virtual Trainer. [Article]. eLearning Industry.
Smith, J. & Baptista, Z. (2018). 7 Ways to Set Up Your Webinars for Success. [Article]. eLearning Industry.
Baptista, Z. (2018). New Developments in Virtual Learning: Bite-Size E-learning Ideas for Busy People. [EDC Showcase]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.
Baptista, Z. & Sherman, T. (2018). Virtual Communities of Practice Guide: For Virtual Facilitators of Online Communities of Practice. [Toolkit]. Waltham, MA: Education Development Center.