Michael Kane

Probably the most important (to me) concept in this module" "Student engagement is an important concept in distance education."

I thought the basics of this module could be summed up in the statement: "There are three basic approaches to teaching in an online environment. These approaches range from teacher-oriented to student-oriented, from limited interaction among and between students and faculty to high levels of interaction." I teach mostly in a synchrouous online environment. My approach is predominately teacher-oriented.

An import concept I took away from this lesson was: "However, it is the instructor's role to communicate any course rules and regulations and follow up with consequences from any deviations from the process." It is my experience that the "course rules" must be made clear at the beginning of the course and reminders re-iterated throughout the course. Strict enforcement is required.

I think the sentence: "If a technology tool cannot function in the manner in which it is needed, it will not be an effective teaching and learning tool." best sums up the lecture, thus far.

I need some ,ore info.  Sounds interesting.