In order for online students to be successful, the online instructors need to have a complete understanding of the format of the online format they will be using. They can do this by familiarizing themselves with the online platform before classes begin.
Students learn in different ways and instructors need to be supportive and have good communication with online students.
Although I consider myself proficient in different CMS, the support of the technical support team is always crucial for me. Also, I am learning that familiarity with the institution's strategies and methodology is vital.
I found it interesting how much body language has a play in communication. It was also interesting as to the additional step of thinking about potential hidden consequences of your message.
I learned that the CMS--course management system, like the ones I use, Moodleroom and Schoology, are very multidimensional. Students and Teachers alike need to familiarize themselves with the role of Learning Support. What can I do to make sure my students can effectively navigate through the lessons, comply with deadlines, and complete assignments in chronological order. Poorly designed programs are no more than 'click-click-click' through the information, but well-designed programs have various ways of engaging the learner. The teacher as 'learning support' has an important role to play, not in just delivering information, but supporting access, and providing timely assessment.
Peer to Peer interaction is the best way to see if ideas are share or they differ and if they do it is a safe environment to be professional yet get your opinion across. It will prepare students for college and a career.
It is important to become familiar with the LMS, as well as the content/requirements/assignments posted throughout the course. Although instructors will teach lessons differently, each class and instructor is working towards a common goal. It is important to know how to navigate the LMS in order to be able to answer questions that students might have.
With e-learning, the instructor needs to make sure that he/she can't cover everything, and students need to understand their responsibilities well from the beginning of the course not to rely on heavily on the instructor.
I have learned to consider the method of communication and adjust my delivery of information accordingly.
There is no question that in an online course students need to know that their questions will be answered. There is nothing more frustrating than being stuck in an online course, and being unable to reach the instructor to get clarification. As an instructor, it is vital that our students know that we will be there for them to help answer their questions in a timely manner.
I found it interesting to focus on both technical and content support, and that student success is contingent upon the students mechanical ability to access and understand the material they need to
I learned to remind students of resources for them when they need it especially when doing online courses.
Role as an online instructor you should familiarize yourself with the CMS and make sure you know how to navigate successfully. During Orientation you can answer any questions concerns and support students effectively.
I've learned that to efficiently support students during their learning experience, Instructors need to be prepared in advance to deliver the right information. It is very interesting to learn all the ways instructors have to reach that goal.
As an online instructor, I learned there are several ways to interact with students. Make sure they understand the information given.
It is important to be familiar with all aspects of the CMS as it relates to my class. Being responsive to student questions and issues is critical.
As an instructor must know how to do and several questions that they must know how to answer in order to be an effective online instructor.
Take time to understand the rule and objectives to achieve in online platforms. Learn to keep the students engage online with discussion questions.
It is important to know how to use the various components of your CMS, so that you can effectively teach your course. It is equally important that students know how to navigate and use the CMS, so that they can feel equipped to do well in the course. Technical support and orientation to the CMS are essential for students.
Everyone has their own style of learning and teaching.
