Krisel Nagallo

I learned that I have a lot of opportunities for growth in managing an online discussion thread. I will begin by identifying who my "intimidators," "procrastinators," and "disruptive" contributors are and work 1:1 to modify their behaviors. This is important for fostering a safe learning environment for all.

I learned that projecting authority at the beginning of an online section/semester is critical for earning the student's attention and respect. Utilizing a combination of credentials while remaining personable (e.g. share hobbies) are effective ways to do this.

I learned that preparedness and familiarity with the online course delivery elements is critical for success. My mentality thus far is that preparedness is overrated because we can tackle situations and questions as they arise. Now I can see the value of setting expectations early to avoid confusion from students, which will then allow them to focus on learning the material.