rubrics are important and communication is vital.

understand different communication styles. 

the importance of learning how and why to communicate.

how to use technology to communicate. 

I had never heard of the 7 principles of learning as an education theory however, it seems to be concise of the elements to have a productive classroom. 

I think this is especially a good topic of discussion for adult learners returning to school which may or may not have kept up with technology. There is so much social media which is even hard for me to keep up however, making it easier for student so as to not overwhelm them with material is important.  Having a short video on the needed technology and how it will be used may alleviate fears. 

I love the idea of online video messages to be able to connect and give information with better visual cues then an email announcement. 

This module reinforced the importance of relational communication in supporting student success and retention. I learned that effective communication goes beyond providing information; it involves intentionally building rapport, validating emotions, and creating an environment where students feel heard, respected, and supported.

One concept that stood out to me was the use of tentative stems and check-out statements. These strategies help ensure that I accurately understand students' concerns while encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. I also found response sequence to be valuable, as it emphasizes first acknowledging a student's presence and emotions before addressing concerns or offering solutions. This approach can… >>>

The response sequence and emotional bracketing in addition to tentative stem and closing statements are ways of being intentional when communicating online and i look forward to being able to exercise these techniques in the future! 

I’ve learned how to ensure I’m doing my part in showing myself as a real human when conducting online courses.