The main thing I learned is that being the best instructor takes a balance between buddy and controller, to be the guide.

I learned about the different learning techniques. Most of the techniques involve some type of group learning. What I hope to use the problem based learning by applying current events to the lesson we are studying.

It is important to give frequent feedback and grades so students know how they are doing in the course and stay engaged. It is also important to directly reply to posts and assignments so they feel like they can communicate with the instructor.

The thing I learned from this module is that students may be against active learning techniques. It will take an explanation from the instructor and active outreach to the students to keep the students involved in the class.

I learned with active learning that it is no longer the instructor giving a lecture and the student listening and taking notes. Active learning means involving the student and getting them to lead their learning. Good methods of active learning are games, break out groups, group projects, etc.