It is difficult to overestimate motivating or relating to students. In the first class it make sense to have pre-test to find out their level, adjust study plan, and to measure success of teaching process. How it may be used also to motivate students or help instructor to relate to students?

Software standards are essential part of software systems moving forward and creating proper inter-use. Is there any standards for the online learning systems?

Good motivation does a lot for the students. What are the best ways to motivate students?