This research has examined the perspectives of college professors in providing online instruction in higher education. The professors were randomly selected from a four-year university in an urban community in the Midwest. They were of various ages, backgrounds, and different years of experience. They provided answers to questions about providing online instruction, but a few also participated in a focus group to discuss additional questions. This is a qualitative research study with the intent of focusing on the professors in this study and their perspectives on providing online instruction to college students. It is important to note that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on so many industries in so many ways, and shifting to online learning to keep academic programs moving forward in schools of all grade levels became the new normal. Therefore, this research is very relevant and necessary. Lastly, gaining the perspectives and intents of these instructors will be used to guide administrators as they continue to lead schools during and after COVID-19 global pandemic. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]