the biography allows students to get to know their instructor and build a relationship with them. Online interaction is a must in an online learning environment. 

As a nursing instructor and a DNP student mainly doing online coursework, I understand the challenges that students face when doing quizzes or exams etc. Getting locked out of exams is extremely stressful. As an online instructor, you have to be very present for your students. Also set clear instructions and guidelines for students to follow in your classes. 

I learned that transferring a course to an online environment is not simply moving the same face-to-face materials to a digital platform. The content needs to be reorganized and adapted so that students can understand it clearly and work with it independently.

In my experience as a teacher in Peru, I think it is important to combine short readings, videos, practical activities, forums, and other digital resources instead of depending on only one format. I intend to apply this by organizing the content in a simple sequence, giving clear instructions, and choosing the tools that best support each learning objective.… >>>

I learned that being a “guide on the side” means that the instructor does not have to be the center of every learning activity. Our role is to guide, support, ask questions, and provide timely feedback so students can take a more active role in their own learning.

In my experience as a teacher in Peru, I see this as especially valuable because students learn more when they have the opportunity to participate, discuss, make decisions, and solve problems, while knowing that the instructor is there to orient them when needed.

I intend to apply this by giving clearer guidance,… >>>

What I found most useful is that synchronous and asynchronous learning do not compete with each other; they work better when we combine them in a clear sequence.

In my experience as a teacher in Peru, I would first ask students to review a short video, reading, or material on their own time. Then, during the live session, we can discuss the main ideas, solve doubts, and work with practical examples. Finally, students can complete a forum post, assignment, or reflection to reinforce what they learned.

I think this sequence is practical because students come to class better prepared, participate… >>>

This module helped me reflect on something very important: technology should make learning easier and more meaningful for students, not more complicated.

In my experience as a teacher in Peru, I have seen that students respond better when digital tools are simple, well organized, and clearly connected to the activity. For that reason, I believe we should not use technology just because it is available, but because it really helps students participate, communicate, and understand the course.

I plan to apply this by using the LMS, virtual classrooms, screen recordings, and collaborative tools in a more intentional way, always thinking… >>>

In my current role online teaching is not a major component of the classes I am teaching. But I do understand the importance of setting course objectives, and having your courses organized in modules. 

You do not need to reply to every discussion post- be the guide on the side. 

Excellent reminders of being present in the classroom while also setting expectations of when available.  The course may be open 24/7 but I am not available 24/7