Asynchronous discussions allow reflection and more participation that allows students to dive deeper into their learning and environment. Synchronous discussions can limit students and may result in less thoughtful responses.
Providing feedback is essential to keeping students engaged and motivated. It is important to make sure the feedback is timely, constructive, and worded in such a manner that students can remain motivated and learn from it.
It is a great learning tool to ask students feedback on the lesson plan. As mentioned, as instructors we should ask the students if they are getting the learning tools needing to succeed in the course/
There are different learning style for different people be open to opinons and change in people.
I have learned that students have different learning styles that are grouped in categories. The few top categories mentioned are avoidant, competitive and dependent. The avoidant show no interest in the course and does not communicate with peers or instructor. Competitive students tend to dominate and desire to be better than other students. Dependent students tend to complete only what is required work and seeks direction from instructors.
My biggest takeaway is that synchronous discussions are best 1:1.
Well this was a great review, really needed it.
An avoidant student can easily become an unsuccessful student if a lack of interest persists. Identifying those students early and reaching out to them can be the difference between them passing or failing. With a lack of face-to-face interaction, early intervention is especially imperative for courses delivered solely online.
Asynchronous and synchronous discussions both can be effective online teaching strategies, but they need to be handled in different ways in order to be effective for the students. Regardless, it is always important for the instructor to provide timely, positive feedback that also provides constructive criticism in a manner that allows the student to learn and grow.
Asynchronous is best with just one private student to assist with any private maters so they are not feeling discouraged etc.
Implications for synchronous vs asynchronous discussions were enlightening
I have learned that Synchronous discussions are best in smaller groups. The engagement is a bit more benificial for the students.
I plan to apply this by advocating for blended learning approaches in healthcare education—leveraging synchronous sessions for case discussions and hands-on training while using asynchronous resources like recorded lectures and self-paced modules for reinforcement. This balance ensures that all learners, regardless of their schedules or learning speeds, receive quality education.
To be gentle to slower learners. To keep everyones dignity because we are all learning
Good communication skills and when they are done in a timely manner will help students of all abilities and skill sets.
I did not know the different types of learners. I will now be able to use that to ID any students who may have some trouble with the course
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My key takeaway is that online learning environments require increased written feedback to engage with all students in the absence of opportunities to give feedback more organically through nonverbal communication. Smaller group sizes are more conducive to higher levels of instructor interaction.
I believe that I will use both asynchronous and synchronous methods to create balance within my learning environment. It will help to make sure that the discussions within the online learning environment is the correct delivery and engagement for each student. I will most definitely use the asynchronous method because it will help me to navigate through the online learning styles.
in this module synchronous & asynchronous are both very important. We must be able to tell when to teach in one or the other teaching method. When we are in a synchronous method, everything is synchronized and we are able to show emotion. When we are in asynchronous method, we are able to fulfill the students who can’t keep up with the lesson and rather chat, or on a different time zone , or maybe even a-foreign exchange student who needs extra guidance. Either way the message can be related. However a asynchronous method does not always work when you’re teaching critical information.
