Engaging Learners | Origin: EL102
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Online Teaching Techniques --> Engaging Learners
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I have learned that asynchronous discussions are best for small groups, specifically one student. Also, I've learned that in order to get the most out of asynchronous conversations or discussions, it's best to provide the content to the students ahead of time and to reward them for their participation.
I learned the challenges we face as educators, when dealing with asynchronous and synchronous learning. How to foster participation and developing forums.
I learned the challenges of Synchronous and Asynchronous discussions - I think its important to know which one is best for the students based on number of participants and geographical area. There are so many details for instructors to keep in mind in order to be effective and efficient in delivering materials.
Engaging learners in a synchronous platform should be one on one unless it is a live video stream. Asynchronous chat is most effective. Considering time zones and non engaged students will help the discussions stay on topic.
Feedback from students is important to your own prfesional development.
Synchronous learning is best for an individual student, one-to-one.
It is important to speak to our students in a positive, encouraging manner.
This module taught me that for online learning, critical course content should generally be delivered in an asynchronous rather than synchronous format. The same guideline applies to assessing learners' knowledge as well.
In this module I learned how to foster participation in both asynchronous and synchronous discussions, also how to provide feedback in each!
Provide feedback in timely manner to let students know you are actively there. Have them respond the same.
Hello Everybody, in this module i consider that this experience led me to realize that participating in an online course can be challenging for some students, particularly given their varying schedules, paces, and communication styles. In my own teaching, I will strive to create clear and approachable forums, provide space for everyone to contribute, and offer timely feedback, as a respectful and prompt response can make a significant difference in a student's motivation.
Making the course interactive and using asynchronous and synchronous methods help the students to get engaged.
Teaching online requires instructors to be organized, flexible, and available to their students. Clear expectations, regular communication, and meaningful activities can help students stay focused and connected throughout the course. It is also important to check student progress frequently and offer additional support when someone is struggling. Creating an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and participating can make the online learning experience more successful.
I didn't really consider the "small talk" I make with students before/after the video lectures to be more than pleasantries and an opportunity to get to know them better. I was glad to see it mentioned in this module as an appropriate and encouraged thing to do.
I learned that keeping online students engaged can be challenging, so it’s important to make the course interactive. I plan to use discussions, questions, and real-life examples to keep students involved and make the material easier to understand.
Este aprendizaje me hizo pensar que participar en un curso en línea puede ser difícil para algunos estudiantes, especialmente cuando tienen distintos horarios, ritmos o formas de comunicarse. En mi práctica docente procuraré crear foros claros y cercanos, dar espacio para que todos puedan aportar y entregar retroalimentación a tiempo, porque una respuesta respetuosa y oportuna puede marcar una gran diferencia en la motivación de un estudiante.
Managing an online class means navigating the class size, engagement of all students, and various learning styles of those students. Having options of both asynchronous and synchronous assignments, closely monitoring information retention, and providing opportunities for all students to remain engaged with the material will help to ensure success as an online instructor.
Feedback and be taken in a negative and a positive outlook.
Feedback should be encouraging! Giving critical feedback can be done by highlighting things they have done well and giving pointed feedback instead of just bad news.
