Course Components | Origin: EL101
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Designing and Developing Online Courses --> Course Components
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I learned feedback is more than just giving a student feedback a grade on a final test at the end of the course. Also testing or quizzes can be used as a tool to gain confidence in the course.
I learned about applying critical thinking skills in this module when creating a syllabus. Providing timely feedback on quiz results is essential, allowing students to learn from their mistakes and improve their performance on future exams.
Your feedback will help or hinder their learning...simple as that.
Comment on Natalie Beebe's post:
Natalie,
Yes, I agree. Demostrate what an (A) looks like.
Comment on Natalie Beebe's post:
Natalie,
Formatting is an issue that has not been addressed in this course. As a professor, you are also grading the mechanics of what a student is presenting.
Madison,
The quiz is also a temperature check for the professor. What I mean is the professor was successful in presenting the material based on the quiz grades.
Comment on Yamel Figueroa's post:
Yamel,
Consider using the quizzes to boost their grade by 5 to 10 points.
The key learning for me in Forum 3 is the focus on evaluating what the student has learned, rather than what they have not. The quizzes can be of support to the student and professor.
The module specifically recommends allowing learners unlimited or multiple attempts on quizzes, since it helps them self-assess, build confidence, and correct misunderstandings before they become habits. My practice of giving three chances on each quiz aligns perfectly with that best-practice approach and helps my students better prepare for the midterms and the finals, which they take only once.
Comment on Albertina Navas's post: That was paraphrased nicely. Great points noted. Job well done!
Problem-solving lectures can be effective, especially when they are short and combined with active, collaborative activities. Studies have shown that online learning leads to significant improvements in skills like critical thinking and confidence. To maximize effectiveness, instructors should integrate online lectures with interactive elements, ensure a synchronous online environment where possible, and align all activities with learning goals.
Comment on Albertina Navas's post: Thank for taking the time to share your valuable comments. As Educators it is always an advantage to communicate our experiences and tools that cane be helpful to each. The knowledge share will be an advantage to share with learners/students such as test and quiz revision. As stated in this course "it is best to measure what the students don't know."
I agree with the point about testing for what students have learned, that is important.
Quizzes at the start of class can help refresh and retain information
The course syllabus , is a good road map for the student to understand the expectations from the course and the instructor .
I would like to raise these points, would you add another one?
Technology & Critical Thinking 🧠: Online courses are like onsite courses in their goals, but they rely on technology to deliver content and assess performance. It's crucial to incorporate critical thinking exercises to help students apply knowledge and develop transferable skills for the workforce.
Syllabus & Course Structure 📋: A syllabus is a mandatory "road map" for students, outlining course goals and content. Online syllabi need to include details about required technology. Courses can be structured by Week by Topic or Week by Lesson, with each section having an introduction, learning objectives, content, and a summary.
Lectures & Assignments 📝: Online lectures should guide learners through activities and can be organized by week. Assignments should encourage students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. It's vital to clearly state the purpose and relevance of each assignment to the student's learning.
Discussions and Chats 💬: Online discussions can be asynchronous (like a forum, not in real-time) or synchronous (live chats). Asynchronous allows flexible participation, while synchronous provides real-time interaction for more dynamic discussions.
Evaluation & Feedback ✅: Evaluation methods like quizzes and exams should assess what students have learned and how they can apply it. Quizzes are good for self-checks and confidence-building. Exams contribute to final grades.
Providing Feedback 🗣️: Instructors must provide timely and specific feedback on quizzes and exams. Simply giving a score isn't enough; comments should help students identify where they went wrong and commend them for innovative thinking. This builds confidence and corrects thought processes while the information is still fresh.
Timely feedback is crucial to students' success.
Utilizing quizzes prior to the start of each class can help students retain information. Organization is the key to success in the class, whether it is face-to-face or online.
I learned that allowing students unlimited attempts at quizzes builds their confidence.
