Managing the E-Learning Environment | Origin: EL102
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Online Teaching Techniques --> Managing the E-Learning Environment
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I'm also learning canvas as well. Having a clear communication is another key element that assists with e-learning styles.
Comment on Chere' Hobbs's post: Hi Chere'! I thought the same thing about the claim that email was the most preferred method of communication. Seems a little outdated. Most modern LMS and CMS platforms have a built-in Inbox or Messaging tool. It functions just like an email inbox, but keeps the conversation in the LMS and integrated with the course. Most students at my college use the LMS inbox and can also call and/or text the instructor for private communications. Email fatigue causes many students (and instructors) to miss important messages, even for those who do manage their inbox well. Students mostly likely have multiple email accounts they are managing, and it can get overwhelming quickly!
I'll mostly use our Canvas LMS inbox to communicate with students and keep a record of email messages. Same goes for assignment submissions. I'll also consider downloading a backup of assignment submissions and critical messages to my college's enterprise OneDrive account as a second storage method and for easy offline retrieval. I'll make sure to follow college policies when counseling students and resolving conflicts. I want all students to learn and succeed so I'll do my part in ensuring they stay the course!
Requires clear expectations, consistent communication, and organized course structure to support student success. I plan to apply this by maintaining clear guidelines and being proactive in addressing student needs.
Managing records is important to stay organized. Instructor's need to find a simple but effective record-keeping system. Email is the top method of communication from learners so setting boundaries is important. Chat is another way to communicate one-on0one with a learner that may need counseling. There are different types of behaviors from learners and knowing how to manage them is important to an instructor. Another important aspect of teaching is conflict management. It is important to resolve any conflict before it escalates. Another important role for an instructor is to manage attrition.
This module allowed me to learn how to keep course records, communicate with students, counsel students, deal with undesirable behavior, resolving student conflicts and minimize student attrition.
Thinking through student attrition causes and what an instructor can do to help address that is helpful.
The importance of following school policy in communication.
One thing i learned in this section is that student will communicate through e-mail the most, also there are different behaviors of students and we have to learn how to work around it.
Thankfully I work in an async environment, so managing disruptive behavior is less of a hassle than it would be with synchronus learning. It is good to know some effective ways of handling different types of disruptive behavior, however.
Nuances of e-learning is very different from synchronous learning. However, the personalities of students will come through even in the online environment. This lesson guides us through how to navigate those nuances effectively and provides good tips.
This module discusses the different ways we communicate within the classroom. It emphasizes email communication and the use of online tools to ensure engagement and personalize the course. Students should know their instructor is there for them.
Email is the primary form of communication in online courses, making it essential for instructors to manage it consistently and efficiently. Staying on top of messages ensures that students receive timely responses and feel supported throughout the course.
Strong organization and record keeping are equally important. Keeping track of student questions, concerns, and previous communications helps maintain clarity and consistency when responding. This also allows instructors to address recurring issues more effectively.
Overall, being responsive, organized, and attentive in email communication plays a key role in creating a smooth, supportive, and successful online learning experience.
there are various types of students, including some who may engage in behavior that is damaging to the classroom, but one goal is to manage behavior
E-learning is same as a class room and you will still have students disruptive in class.
Keys to student retention is ease of use by the learners. A key would be to make the content as user friendly as possible.
The communication received through the online classroom will mostly come from email. Additionally, learning the different types of learners are imperative for understanding individual students and their learning needs.
Even when all materials are available, students often struggle to succeed without instructor guidance in developing the skills needed to effectively manage their learning.
Email is the main form of communication in online classes, but requires the instructor to stay on top of it. Organization, record keeping, and responsiveness are essential to be succesful.
