Vicki Hoppe

Online learning can be frustrating to students who do not know how to access help/support for questions about the lesson content and problems with the computer.  As the instructor I will ensure I know how to contact the help desk, be sure I have instructor log in, create a timeline (if not already done) of when assignments are due so I stay on top of the timelines and student progress.

Make some notes for your personal review after each session, what worked, what could have been better and improve next time.  

The first day of class the students are getting to know their classmates, what to expect from the instructor, what the instructor expects from them, and what they will learn, how they will learn it, and why it's important in their career choice.

I anticipate large class sizes so spending a lot of time with the students introducing themselves would be too much for one chunk.  I like the idea of having the students fill out the index cards and making name tents.

Use a checklist to prepare for class.  Be familiar with the text book.  

The instructor is a model of expected behavior.  It is important for the instructor to use proper professional language, be polite and courteous, as well as dressed appropriately, prompt and ready for the class on time.  I plan to apply this in my own classroom.