Many factors go into being a successful online instructor. Not only do you have to be great at communicating expectations, relaying important information, being readily available at set times, but you also have to be able to help students identify their strengths and weaknesses when it comes to learning since you aren't right there with them in the classroom.
The studnet may need to be coached on the value of sharing information durnign classes that are on line. It is important to put the studnet at ease with posting and making paost. there need to be a place wherre the studnet can fill free to post exceptable content while staying the guideline of the program.
The emphasis on community. Student success is greater if students have a community to share prior experiences.
It is important to encourage the online student to read and write.
Being clear in your instructions will help each student succeed. Also effective communication is important.
Always use the appropiate tone when talking to students and other staff.
I find in my area that we have a lot of internationals who struggle with grammar. I tell them to read - read newspapers, magazines - regardless of topic. And watch American television. Granted some of that will use slang and bad grammar as well but hearing often cements it in.
Learned how to communicate effectively in an online class. I was also reminded how to create a group project using the CoP or Community of Practice and Jigsaw Puzzle techniques.
Communication is key in any environment, whether that be online learning, personal, or professional.
Students are not one-size-fits-all, thus multiple outreach methodologies need to be utililized to reeach all audience participants. Engagement and 2-way communication is essential for overall course success.
As an online instructor, I must be mindful of my communication skills. It must be effective to ensure my students can respond appropriately and efficiently. I must remember to
- Always use a descriptive subject line.
- Use appropriate tone.
- Use bulleted items to make messages more concise and to the point.
- Use spelling and grammar checks and review the message carefully before sending it.
- Attach necessary documents.
- Use appropriate email address.
- If asking for a solution to a problem which is then provided by the instructor, respond not only noting they understand the solution, but also summarize the solution in their own words.
- Provide contact information.
Communication is an important aspect in the on-line class. It is also imperative that all aspect of communication is include in email,etc. to ensure messages are understood.
leting the student know the importance of the material, and relate it to real life if you can
Clear communication is essential and it must incorporate course outcomes and objectives
Great information on communication and guiding students on whether online learning is for them
Although the online and face to face learning environments are very different the expctations for proper classroom etiquet and manors alway remains a constant. Sometimes students in an online format need to be reminded and referred to the syllabus and instituion rules regarding online communications.
I learned of this module, the important of reading and writing in the course. I must to be focuse with the message that they transmit in their messages.
Encouraging communication between the students and instructor and student to student is very important. The students don't see each other or the instructor face-to-face in online courses so don't get the interactions with others. As online instructors, it is our responsibility to build community. To do this, I plan to be more engaged in all discussions and in prompt replies to emails and other communications. I will encourage appropriate and correct written communication. In addition, I will model this to my students.
In this module, I have learned the importance of making sure students understand that not all communication can be accomplished effectively through email. They should have your contact information if they need to communicate orally or face to face when necessary. I will apply effective communication to my courses in my online courses.
