There are many ways to communicate with students and with in each of the formats there are different features to be used as needed. Finding the right tool for your students is very important.
Effective communication is essential in any context, whether personal, professional, or academic. With the advancement of technology, various tools have emerged that facilitate communication, optimize the exchange of information, and enhance collaboration among individuals and teams.
When deciding on which technology communication tools to use there is a need to review each technology communication tool and assess the function of the tool in conjunction with how to effectively convey the message. Without investigating the different communication tools thoroughly, the wrong tool may be selected and the communication process will be hindered.
The importance of assessing communication tools and their effectiveness in the classroom. I think its very easy to put a system in place and assume everyone is satisfied with it. So stopping to make sure students feel the tools being used are helpful and not hindering them is very important.
This course is providing us with several options for I2S and S2S communication. My classes are synchronous and we use webcam, mics, and email consistently. I typically do not use text or calling, but am considering it to help improve I2S communication. I would like to try using polling, especially when I want get students thinking quicker.
There are many technological tools that can be helpful for online classes.
Communication is the most important factor in getting a student to understand. Make sure you are vetting all options and choose the best for your class.
It can be tempting to use technological tools that I believe will be effective in communicating with students, but like this course is teaching us, it is important to get assessments from students to confirm the strengths or reveal the weaknesses of those tools.
Cuan importante es la comunicación en un entorno de educación virtual, sin duda alguna el parte del éxito del proceso de enseñanza - aprendizaje depende de una eficaz comunicación por parte del instructor con el estudiante.
Existen diferentes medios tecnológicos para hacer de esa comunicación un proceso eficaz, pero todo dependerá de la función de la herramienta y tambien de las necesidades del estudiante.
Hay que evaluar las funciones de la herramienta, familiarzarse con ellas, y evaluar tambien si el estudiante esta familiarizado con las mismas.
Assess the tools to choose the right one, and solicit feedback from students about how it's working.
I have learned that using social media to interact students can be an effective tool for communication.
I have learned that tools outside of the standard methods (email, canvas, blackboard) can be used to interact with students. I realized that social media can, in some instances, be used to enhance classroom learning, especially if the class is smaller sized
I have learned about the need to investigate the communication tools properly. We need to be aware of the pros and cons as well as must get feedback to make changes if necessary.
The course examined many of the tools available to communicate more effectively with students at an individual level as well as for large groups. I came away with some ideas such as setting an email protocol with students at the start of class as well as using evaluation of the effectiveness of communication through the course. There is an option for a FAQ board available in my classes that I hadn't fully utilized and will consider making better use of this going forward.
Utilizing digital channels to communicate with students and address their questions is crucial for several reasons. First, it ensures accessibility and convenience, allowing students to reach out and get responses regardless of their location or time constraints. This flexibility supports diverse learning schedules and enhances student engagement.
Second, digital communication fosters a collaborative learning environment. Platforms like discussion boards, chat rooms, and social media groups enable students to interact with peers, share ideas, and clarify doubts collectively. This peer-to-peer interaction often leads to deeper understanding and retention of the material.
Additionally, digital channels provide a record of interactions and feedback, which can be referenced later. This documentation helps track student progress, identify recurring issues, and improve teaching methods over time.
Comment on Laura Mcdermott's post: Laura, this is a great point. I think part of the investigation is knowing the technology skill level of your students. There are excellent tools available for tech savvy students. However, I tend to teach adults who are starting college much later in life so they're often not up-to-date on the latest technology. I've learned that students can quickly become frustrated if they have to deal with recurring technical issues.
I have learned that there are many different options outside of email. Although it seems like common sense, I haven't considered all the other possibilities.
I have learned that obtaining feedback from students to assess the technology with ongoing feedback through the course so changes can be implemented immediately throughout the course so that the entire communication tool can be assess
I learned how to determine the correct technology devise
It is essential to know the generation to which our students belong, as this makes it easier to individualize treatment and communication strategies.
