It can be difficult to connect with students in an online environment so instructors must make a special effort to know the individuals on the other side of the keyboard and be very accessible about their qualifications, expectations and experience to show more personality.
Since my students see me in person I give them my bio verbally. I think it would be nice to add that to canvas just so the students entering have that information.
Also, regarding projecting one's authority online as an instructor was helpful.
To effectively project my presence in an online teaching environment, utilization of the following techniques I would implement would be the following:
- implementing introductory videos
- using active body language during live sessions
- incorporating personal anecdotes
- regular engagement with students through discussion boards
- feedback
Being authentic, using a warm tone, and sharing relevant experiences help create a connection with students. This can be done through video introductions, storytelling, and personalized feedback.
I've learned to remain professional at all times. Never give too much personal information. Always address students in their proper pronouns and respect for each individual.
A great percentage of education is relationship building. The types of relationships we build with our scholars is an integral part to the success of the class. The module gave great examples of how to build those relationships in an online setting.
I learned how important it is to ingage with the students in things like their discussions
My first class I have put together a powerpoint with facts and photos of my professional accomplishments. Since I worked in my field for over 40 years, this takes me back to 1974... no cell phones , no internet, etc. This provides the start of a conversation about technology and where it used to be and where is it going.
I will be in my classroom and show my presence to help to engage the students. Introduce myself as well as personalize my feedback to each student.
This module just confirms the importance of developing a connection with your students, and them connecting to you. It promotes trust and a professional comfortability within the learning environment. One of the more rewarding factors in this relationship building is when your students freely answer questions and get involved in group discussions.
-MJ
I feel that it is very important for my students to learn about the knowledge and achievements that I have gotten along my journey. I feel as though it will help them to understand that I am capable of providing them with the learning environment that they desire to help them through each course. As we know each student learns differently and and come from different backgrounds, so I think that it is very important for each of us to get to know each other.
I need to project authority, presence and build relationships with the students to give them a sense of in person classroom experience.
in this module, it is important to build trust respect, and have consideration for your students. It’s important that you get to know your students by simply doing a little bio of themselves of why they are taking the class, a bio with there instruct, hobbies, and what they are expecting of the instructor. All this will help you project your authority as a instructor and manage the class with dignity and respect.
I learned that to build an e-leaning community it helps to post a bio on yourself and also ask stucents to do the same. This helps get to know one another and strike up conversations.
I'm going to improve my online presence by adding a video to my bio instead of just text and a picture. I also appreciate the reminder that participating in asynchronous discussions judiciously is more effective to assert your presence than "taking over" the discussion by responding to each and every post.
The opportunity to actively engage with students through discussions and sharing my work experience, credentials and educational experiences.
Teaching online is such different than teaching face to face. As the instructor you have to gain the trust of the students by proving yourself to them but also not bragging on yourself.
Establishing your presence in online courses might take a little more effort than in classroom settings. Techniques include posting a strong bio, getting all students to introduce themselves (and taking note of details), and being active in monitoring discussions,
I have learned that given the opportunity, it is important to share your experience and credentials with your students. This gives you credibility, while also providing the comfort for the students that allows them to know they are being taught by a professional.
I learned that it's important to engage and interact with students on a regular basis. We also covered ways to build that relationship virtually and I use many of those approaches to introduce myself to students and build that bridge to developing a relationship.
