Knowing your CMS system is key and once you've built your course, it's then important to consider the timeline that is needed for our students to digest the the work and be mindful on how long it will take to complete it.
I find that organization and structure is key to assisting the on-line student. Expectations and deadlines along with further explanation options to students in need will enhance favorable performance and outcomes.
I learned that communication is crucial for the students understanding of the lessons, as well as for their experience with the CMS. Additionally, we are in part, also tech support for our students in order to minimize frustration.
Many of these points are used by NCCER. That is the system we use at GSYCF.
I have learned that the students feel more secure when they know someone(instructor) is there when they need help. I have also learned that we should know what the students see when they log on which has been something I am struggling with during my time online with them.
As a first time online instructor, I will need to learn every component of the Classroom Management System that the students will use and that I as a teacher will use. I need to anticipate problems that the students may have and be ready to answer them when they arise. I learned that I have a lot to learn!
I have learned that an online instructor should be very familiar with the LMS before he/she teaches the course material. In addition, students must have a LMS orientation BEFORE starting the online course. I have found both these items to be very true as we had to start online teaching in a hurry when the quarentine started.
It is important to think and develop the course format based on how you want it delivered. I do lock modules and will need to create a schedule or checklist to make sure my settings are inline with course format.
That structure is only one aspect of a course shell. Being able to navigate is equally important.
In order for students to be successful, I learned that it is very important for the CMS to be user friendly for students. Navagational simplicity is crucial for online couses because the features will alllow students to locate and use information with ease. A student should go through the school's CMS during orientation, so that their e-learning experience can feel comfortable. secure and successful.
I believe they have hhit the nail onthe head. It is included with the course platform we're currently using.
In an e-learning environment it is critical for the teacher to be well prepared before beginning the class. I have never taught an online class before, so my preparation will need to be very thorough. I would want to take the student orientation as mentioned in the material so that I am understanding what my students will be expected to accomplish.
In an e-learning environment it is critical for the teacher to be well prepared before beginning the class. I have never taught an online class before, so my preparation will need to be very thorough. I would want to take the student orientation as mentioned in the material so that I am understanding what my students will be expected to accomplish.
As I teach a blended learning course, many of the components are in place, but in case of moving to a total online presense, then the rest of the course content would need to be modified and moved to accomodate the rest of the course offerings. Knowing the linear, module approach is helpful in setting up. Being able to facilitate content and technical questions is important.
Great explanations on the different types of communication
The Course Structure, Guidelines, and Course Requirements depend on my expertise in organizational skills. The Course Learning Objectives are mightily dependent on me-managing learners, projecting my authority and presence in the e-learning environment, build a relationship with each learner, manage communication, provide help with technical issues.
To apply this content, i will Pay close attention to the types of strategies I can offer students and vary it. Monitoring is a huge part of the teachers responsibility.
Organization is the structural key to online learning. I also think that communication between the instructor and the student is vital. If a student has a question, they shouldn't be left hanging for days, this will cause increased frustration that doesn't need to be there.
Most of the things an instructor needs to do is standard for online courses. I think a major factor in being succesful as an online teacher is being organized! Even more so than in a regular classroom setting.
What I have learned from the Online Teaching Techniques module is that getting to know one’s students is important whether you are in the classroom or online. Also, the comprehensive list of expectations of the instructor is information that needs to be determined prior to starting to teach in an online environment. This list consists of good interview questions for an online teacher to ask a potential employer.
