Yes, email onlearning is an important as classroom learning
Online Teaching Techniques --> Course Delivery topic was very interesting. I will definitely apply some of the 'techniques' mentioned.
I learned that as an online instructor - there are several ways to interact with the students and make sure that they are undersatnding the information in which you are delivering. As an instructor I need to have full understanding of the online platform I am using to effectively convey information.Make sure I learn how the navigate the system before making assignments for the students.
How to better prepare and deliver a more comprehensive and underdtandng when it comes to online learnig.
This is an important base for learners success in the online learning environment. Often times, however, this structure is out of the control of the classroom teacher.
Having a system for presentation works well for student learning
Students need to feel that instructors are "on their side" and willing to help them learn if they (the student) are having a difficult time grasping content. Instructors need to be organized in their presentation of materials and create learning situations which assist students in building upon facts, situations, consequences, etc that they have previously learned. Instructors need to be aware of fatal flaws that can occur within a virtual learning environment and assist students through hurdles they may encounter with equipment usage. Knowing the backgrounds of students as well as strengths and weaknesses assists an instructor on how to present material.
Reply to Kianna Tinsley's post:Yes. The number one frustration, that I have found with my students, is the technical difficulties surrounding the online course.
I am in a mixed environment that involves e-learning and Zoom lecture/involvement. Our CMS contains all the components necessary for a quality online course.
The manner in which an instructor carries out the delivery of the goals and content of each course may differ. However, prior to teaching a course, there are several important steps to consider: how the course is structured, the manner in which the content will be delivered, the roles/responsibilities of any guest lecturer, and strategies that will be utilized to carry out the delivery of the content.
Each technique and strategy needs to be aligned with the goals of the course. The assignments, assessment tools to measure comprehension, and contributing discussion questions must point towards the objectives of the course.
Frustration comes from a CMS that is not functioning. Also, students need to reach out to tech support as soon as they have issues to be able to meet deadlines.
There is a resonating point in student retention and provision of technical and learning support. Instructors should be quite comfortable in technical support as well to keep the learning experience optimal. For example, less tech-savvy students will mirror your frustration if you (the Instructor) are not confident with a good level of online learning platform knowledge/skills.
Learning the platform is key to success as a teacher and student, espeically since it might be the individual's first contact with online learning.
Instructors should be prepared to initiate, participate, and facilitate in all class discussions, along with the ability to share wisdom, resources, and website material to engage with the class. This will ensure adequate communication and confidence in student/teacher interaction. Understanding the course contents and how to effectively and efficiently respond to student questions and concerns is key factors to online learning.
I have learned so much teaching in a virtual setting and that has not come without a major learning curve. I learned that preparing well in advance will help avoid technical difficulties and allow lessons to flow smoothly.
E- learning will help out with the three levels of instruction for our students and will allow students to not feel pressured when in the classroom.
I am interested in exploring more resources available to instructors. The module outlines a list of instructor resources, and I am not aware of half on the list. Understanding the learning platform is key. This is an ongoing process.
Technical support is as important as the content and delivery of the course. Further more, the instructor has to be familiar with the platform and its parameters and abilities.
I learned that the instructor must know the system and be ready to answer any questions the students may have. It is important for the student and the instructor to understand how to navigate the system as well.
Simply knowning the course content is not enough. Student are now learning in a different environment and they are now relying on your support and delivary of the course content from a different aspect.
E-learning is ket to student success.
