Be active in chat as well as on camera.
Engaging learners in the virtual world is similar to in person learning but it takes more to get the same effect.
When your in an online setting the only way to know how much your student is comprehending is to encourage student interaction and engagement. I have learned further strategies and techniques that help facilitate this type of learning environment.
This is important to remember...You should also seek feedback from students on a regular basis.
Good tip
- Remember to allot time for socializing at the beginning and parting remarks at the end of the session.
I will use synchronous and asynchronous discussions to allow students to interact while also making sure the important topics are covered.
Using asynchronous for discussions can allow every student to have a voice and be heard especially on critial concept discussions
One of the most important things a distance instructor can do is provide timely, meaningful, tactful feedback. In the absence of the immediate responses facilitated by in-person communication, careful attention in this area becomes absolutely vital.
I learned a lot about use of synchronus and asynchronus discussions
The information on synchronous and ansynchronous discussion was informative. I also learned the importance of small talk in discussions.
Engaging learners to participate in the course.
Participate in the discussion board as a means to set an example of what is required of students.
I learned that should identify the students that are not active and try to coordinate the learning activies. Provide feedback in a timely basis.
I did not realize that feedback is a two way street.
I typically make sure I'm very present in asynchronous discussion prompts. If the student's know that I will pop in the discussion at anytime they usually take the time to submit substantial responses to the discussion. Also I like to bring discussion feedback to the live course and discuss synchronously face to face.
Comparing the variables for synchronous and asynchronous discussions.
Strategies for participation in the asynchronous sessions was helpful to learn. Specifically how to maintain and present the discussion board was helpful. Providing feedback to learners and how to keep them engagedwithout rambling is a good way to ensure the discussion stays on topic and within the realm of the topics covered.
interaction between student-student as well as student-teacher is important. Understanding a student's learning type is also important to help some students succeed.
very interesting material , the operation of online learning is quite a challege that i can work on
I didn't know what synchronous and asynchronous was.
