I learned that effective communication helps build stronger connections with students. I plan to apply this by using a supportive tone and giving more personalized feedback.

I learned how technology affects communication with online students, and I will apply this by communicating clearly and thoughtfully.

I try various methods to engage students.  When I lecture, I incorporate videos.  I share stories as I discuss concepts.  Kahoot games are a great way to engage students and explain why responses are correct or incorrect.  Meeting 1:1 with students to review their exam scores helps build relationships.  For group activities we do case studies.  I have also done the telephone game to discuss communications.  I would like to do more group activities as time permits. 

Student are unique learners , each one have a different style, online learners are more motivated to be exploring new technology.

I learned about the importance of understanding online students’ needs and providing supportive, respectful interactions. I plan to apply this by communicating clearly, being responsive, and offering helpful guidance to better support students’ success.

Every student is unique in there own way. They also have certain learning styles which is important for instructors to learn and adjust so that all the students can get what they need to be successful in the class. 

What I learned from this module is how important both social engagement and motivational engagement are in an online class. Students learn better when they feel connected to the instructor and to each other. Creating opportunities for interaction, like introductions, discussion boards, and study groups, can help students feel more comfortable participating and asking questions. I also learned that timely and meaningful feedback, clear directions, and breaking content into smaller pieces can help keep students motivated and reduce procrastination.

In my course, I feel that I already support engagement by communicating with students regularly and providing feedback on their work.… >>>

Using more of social engagement platforms may be beneficial. Also implementing more educational games may be helpful. 

Important concepts from this module and how they can be applied in real-life situations. I plan to use this knowledge to improve my understanding and apply the strategies in my work and daily tasks.