For online learning I NEED to provide a better dynamic syllabus which would be designed for easy access and also room for edit and revisions. In addition, i would need feedback to know waht i should stop, what i should start and what should be continued from the point of the student.
A dynamic syllabus and better than a flat syllabus. The communication should be ongoing within the class and the syllabus should be acessible in different aspects of the course. Communication is key to making all students feel involved and participating in the course. I learned to make sure that scaffolding is used correctly and the students are learning with technology not from technology.
It is impertive that your online syllabus is engaging and allows the student learner to naviagate with ease. Scaffolding allows students to move progressively throughout the course.
In the Teaching Online: A Student-Centered Approach module two I learned how important a good syllabus is. I also learned that a teacher needs to build a robust online community with the class participants and using good communication is needed within the online community.
It is impertive that your online syllabus is engaging and allows the student learner to naviagate with ease, Scaffolding allows students to move progressively throughout the course with confidence.
Submitted by: Marilyn Renfroe
The concept of scaffolding gives structure to all aspects of the online learning experience though in itself it is not the final goal. It is a means to accomplish the learning outcomes for the students.
The syllabus needs to be more dynamic than a traditional one used in the classroom setting. Scaffolding is very important in the classroom and online as students build upon prior knowledge.. I like the comment that students should learn from technology, not take from.
I learned what wikis are and about some of the other web based tools that are available in online teaching. This is an area where I have limited experience and will need to plan to become much more familiar and proficient with these tools for future use.
The instructor must develop a dynamic syllubus that is updated through the course and excessable to the students.
Seth Soronnadi
The key to good online communication is detailed instructions estabished/created in the syllabus Using effective communication is important for the success of the student, Just as in construction, a poorly built learning scaffolds can hinder the future learning ability of the student Good communication can identify when students are on the wrong path or deviating from the online learning environment.
Detailed syllabus, effective communication techniques, varied types of student interaction and using scaffolding to keep momentum and learning moving forward.
I found scaffolding very important in the lesson. I had never considered that poor scaffolding could hinder future learning. I also found communication communities important to student learning and teacher support.
I have learned to scaffold during the building of course modules. Also to vary the type of discussion to the learners.
Dynamic Syllabus is very important atthe start of the course so tht the students have all information about the course. Scaffolding is also important and used b the students to build on the knowledge they are learning.
I learned the importance of creating and using a dynamic syllabus. I found it interesting how the evolving online syllabus is critical for success. This is very different from my past use of "flat" syllabus.
Some of the hardest things that I have encountered in my classes is the opening up of communication with some students. They slam shut like a clam and it's like finding hens teeth to get them to open up. You tell them the importance of asking questions or saying that they need extra help, yet they still don't open up. Anything to help on that end is a very welcome bit of information.
Communication seems to be the key to this module. Beginning with a dynamic syllabus that can be modified and change as the cirection of the class can dictate Communication can be managed effectively by the instructor utilizing both and technology and the students themselves. Finally, the scaffolding continues to be growing by building new knowledge and skills on prior knowledge and skills and experiences'
Scaffolding with online learners is necessary just like in a face to face classroom. Also giving students different assignments that connect Student to Student and Group to Group are just as important as connecting to the instructor.
Setting clear procedures for contacting the instructor for various needs can help streamline request and response.
The method of communication is important and should ultimately progress learning. It is also important to clearly explain communication methods in the syllabus to avoid delaying progress and learning. The syllabus should be dynamic and interactive. As I review my on-line platform for my class, I will increase my awareness of implementing each of these points in my development.
