There are many reasons that trade-specific skills need to know contextual and communication skills. I never considered how these skills can be taught and trained in the context of online discussion boards, etc. 

I've never heard of the IDEAL Model before, helpful to use as a guide. 

The technology available to instructors today, we are able to tailor the material to a majority of learning styles. 

I learned more about the benefit of using a variety of ways to engage with the students. Also, about the importance of introducing content by using more then one method as most do not all learn the same way. 

Online course development is a big deal and can be an effective way to create active learning.

Designing and developing courses is a part of what we do. The syllabus explanation was useful. 

Asynchronous and synchronous learning have advantages and disadvantages. Asynchronous seems to be ever evolving. Variety is the spice of learning. I will use all tools at my disposal.

Online learning is important and useful. I can figure it out as I go.

Lifelong learning skills that transcend jobs

Using various ways to measure the learning has occurred. I disagree about use of multiple choice testing. Application or higher level of questions can assess the learning at a higher level and are still very important in evaluating learning. However, learning about other ways to assess was informative.