Nina Washington

I have learned to try several technological platforms (first) to ensure that it is a great fit for effective communication with my students. I will also survey my students at the conclusion of the course using several questions suggested within this module. This will enable me to make changes (if necessary) with my technology choices.

I have learned how vitally important it is to organize my modules. This way, our students will have immediate access to information; and, I will be able to immediately edit and/or update my course module.

I am one who believes that feedback is one of the most important returns for our students. Teaching on-line provides direction for me to manage online discussions and design my questioning and listening feedback skills. This will be at the top of my priority list. 

I have been reminded to effectively communicate the type of learninng platform students will use. I have learned the importance of both attributes, synchronous and asynchronous; and, the importance of establishing guidelines for the improvement of student technology navigation, expectations, and successful course completion.

I was reminded of the importance of compiling multiple data sources in order to continuously review/evaluate my on-line class.

I have been reminded of other types of feedback: self and peer assessments which are just as important for evaluating learning improvement. 

Scaffolding is vital for all students because they build on their prior knowledge, experiences, and resources. This enables students to constructively build on their knowledge while synthesizing their metacognition. 

I have learned the importance of describing (and explaining) the usefulness of the learning-objects database; and, how it immediately provides students access to resources.

I was reminded about the importance of counseling students, resolving student conflicts, and minimizing attrition. The effective strategies provided will be utilized.