I believe that the way we communicate in general is perhaps one of the major differences in online courses. In face-to-face courses we can use both verbal and nonverbal forms of communication.  As I’ve stated before, nonverbal communication is extremely powerful and can have a lasting impression both negatively and positively.   Palloff discussed how students who do not feel part of the “group think” can lead to feelings of not belonging and being an outsider. This can then result in those students becoming quiet or withdrawn.  She further went on to remind us why our presence as online instructors is… >>>