Description

In an era in which education has transcended physical classrooms, online teaching has become a fundamental pillar of contemporary higher education. Teaching Competencies for Online Education in Higher Education is an essential work that provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges, transformations, and opportunities faced by university educators in digital environments. The book explores how online education goes beyond the mere use of technology, requiring the development of comprehensive competencies that integrate pedagogical, digital, and socio-emotional dimensions. Throughout its chapters, it offers a complete overview of the evolution of distance education, the characteristics of virtual learning environments, and the regulatory frameworks that support them. Furthermore, it highlights the role of the teacher as a mediator of learning in hybrid contexts, where communication, interaction, and assessment acquire new meanings. The work delves into the use of active methodologies such as problem-based learning, project-based learning, the flipped classroom, case studies, and virtual simulations, demonstrating their practical application in higher education. In addition, it addresses current major challenges, including inclusion, accessibility, continuous teacher training, and the sustainability of constantly evolving digital educational models. More than a theoretical text, this book becomes a strategic guide for understanding and addressing the changes in contemporary education. It is an essential read for those who believe that teaching, even in virtual environments, remains a profoundly human, transformative, and forward-looking endeavor.

Suggested citation (APA, seventh edition)

Soria-León, N. G., & Espinoza-Soria, M. J. (2026). Teaching competencies for online education in higher education. Sophia Editions.