Course Components | Origin: EL101
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Designing and Developing Online Courses --> Course Components
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Online courses need clear structure, easy navigation, and consistent components so students always know where they’re going. Feedback is a huge part of keeping everyone on track.
Providing online courses can allow feedback from the instructor quickly and efficiently
There is more than just grading. Focus on what they actually learned and not what they did not learn.
How structure of a class changes with asynchronous learning. Liked how there were examples for learners to read to help give them ideas.
What I learned from this module is that timely feedback on assigments is critical. This feedback allows students to reflect on and correct their thinking while the assignment or quiz is still fresh. Providing timely feedback helps prevent misunderstandings from becoming ingrained and supports deeper learning.
This module introduced concepts about online learning management systems and incorporating on-site materials into online learning platforms. Discussions and assessments in online courses were also summarized.
Whether online or in person, when the student can apply the course material to real world settings- it increases the value of the content.
I will incorporate assignments that have students interacting with the real world and using their material as a guide.
It was nice to learn the benefits of each component.
I learned that clear course components—such as structured modules, meaningful activities, and consistent communication—are essential for an effective online learning experience. I plan to apply this by organizing content in a logical flow and ensuring each component directly supports student learning and engagement.
I learned feedback is more than just giving a student feedback a grade on a final test at the end of the course. Also testing or quizzes can be used as a tool to gain confidence in the course.
I learned about applying critical thinking skills in this module when creating a syllabus. Providing timely feedback on quiz results is essential, allowing students to learn from their mistakes and improve their performance on future exams.
Your feedback will help or hinder their learning...simple as that.
Comment on Natalie Beebe's post:
Natalie,
Yes, I agree. Demostrate what an (A) looks like.
Comment on Natalie Beebe's post:
Natalie,
Formatting is an issue that has not been addressed in this course. As a professor, you are also grading the mechanics of what a student is presenting.
Madison,
The quiz is also a temperature check for the professor. What I mean is the professor was successful in presenting the material based on the quiz grades.
Comment on Yamel Figueroa's post:
Yamel,
Consider using the quizzes to boost their grade by 5 to 10 points.
The key learning for me in Forum 3 is the focus on evaluating what the student has learned, rather than what they have not. The quizzes can be of support to the student and professor.
The module specifically recommends allowing learners unlimited or multiple attempts on quizzes, since it helps them self-assess, build confidence, and correct misunderstandings before they become habits. My practice of giving three chances on each quiz aligns perfectly with that best-practice approach and helps my students better prepare for the midterms and the finals, which they take only once.
Comment on Albertina Navas's post: That was paraphrased nicely. Great points noted. Job well done!
