Kelly Wilkinson

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James, I amwith you! When I teach online, I hold students to professional communication. I model it and I have high expectations. My name is not "hey". Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Shirley, Agreed. I think we forget that online learning is a reading medium. self initiation is such an important part of the course. Student centered means student responsible. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Virginia, I do too and you have to make sure students think of it also. That is the key. Great post. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Andrew, Great post. You can be students' "glasses" if you will. I like your mantra. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Andrew, Great post. I agree many problems with citing are lack of training. Templates and other online references really work. I use Purdue's Online Writing Lab. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Tom, That is so important if that is important for your course. Students will understand importance by the emphasis you put on the content. Your example shows students that you put importance on APA in multiple ways, in multiple places. That is good online design. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Edna, Great, great post. It is apparent you have worked with adult learners and are aware of their needs and perceived barriers. You are committed to giving them tools for success not just for your class but others they will take to complete their education goals. Kudos to you. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Developing Non-Technical Skills

Lauree, Your all opinions are valued is so important in the development of community. This can be such a powerful tool in developing a community as well as encourage learning. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Student Self-Analysis

Lois, I had not thought of that but it is so true. It says to students that you want them to succeed and will help you in the process of doing just that. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson

Kelly Wilkinson

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Student Self-Analysis

Andrea, Yes, you are right. Education cannot be taken away from you. It is so important. Dr. Kelly Wilkinson