The theme of shared responsibility for learning is presented throughout. Some examples include:

• Developing teacher-student partnerships to create a course syllabus
• Using questions as a way to promote active participation
• Building community in the online classroom
• Using emotions and thoughts as a basis for learning
• Creating a new approach that reflects problem-based learning, learning communities and collaborative learning

The ideas presented are unique and engaging. They stimulate others to take risks and embrace innovation. Challenges and successes are shared to show that implementing new teaching ideas can be both daunting and very rewarding.