I have learned that as an instructor we need to be as familiar with the course management system as our students.
I learned that it is vital to familiarize yourself with your CMS as online educator so you can actively assist students. While knowing information from your own studies, it is helpful to regularly review the curriculum as it allows the educator to affectively deliver information in ways students will relate.
while instructors are subject matter experts, we still have a lot to learn in the online teaching realm. Technology will continue to evolve, and we will always be students of the online learning community.
I learned that technology and e-learning are imperative to the success of students.
I especially liked the checklist of items under "comprehending the course delivery format". These would be excellent considerations when designing a new course and thinking about the delivery of the content. I have designed courses before but never really approached them from a structural format.
I have learned that keeping up-to-date contact with students (announcements or small videos) are a good way to let the students know you are available and eager to engage with them throughout the course.
Comment on Holly Voss's post: I completely agree with structure of the content. If the course is not structured well, students will have issues with navigating the content.
There are many different e-structures, all designed to help students and instructors best work together. Because of this, instructors need to familiarize themselves with the platform prior to teaching the course.
I think it is important to make sure the student understands the parameters of the course, particularly computer requirements. In addition, you want to make sure that the students know we are here to support them, and that there is a person on the other end.
I learned about the importance of learning support and to pay attention to what my contract requires of me. I appreciated the item discussing the turnaround time for student inquiries.
I learned how important it is to familiarize yourself with the course elements. Teachers approach instruction in different ways, but the students need consistency. They need to know what to expect.
You cant just jump into teaching a course online even if you have taught it in person, must become familiar with the course platform and options.
I learned all the necessary tools and instructions for teaching an online course and things I need to be aware of and know how to do
I learned the value in the support infrastructure and the importance of learning the online platform before the start date.
I have been teaching online for 15 years. While the methods of delivery have improved from the days of Outlook Web Access, the responsibilities of the instructor and the functions of the process remain the same.
It's crucial to ensure that everything is set up and students have access to all materials from the first day. They should become familiar with the course delivery method and understand all the rules and policies related to the course.
I should also familiarize myself with all the technology and strategies related to the course.
The information shared was incredibly helpful. It dived into how online courses are structured, what instructors do, and the key planning involved in creating a personalized curriculum. I appreciated the focus on good communication skills, which are so important for online teaching success. I'm excited to use the module structure as well!
I have a good deal of experience in the online environment so this was a good review of what we should be assessing at the outset of the course.
One thing the first section really highlights is that different instructors will use different techniques to reach the same goals.
I need to completely understand the CMS (LMS, as I was taught) and all related components. I need to make sure that I am available to my students and have access to all areas of the CMS where my input is required. Students have many ways to communicate with me during the term, and I can seek out those who do not communicate to engage them.
