The main thing I learned in this module is how to distinguish between the different types of online learners, and how to positively engage them into online discussion. This is useful in everyday online learning.
Communication by email is very important, with communication between the student and instructor, the student will feel that the instructor is working with them towards a goal. If the communication is kept open the instructor will know if the student starts to show any issues.
Just like a traditional classroom each learner is different and these differences might be evident online too.
Always keep records of behavioral issues. Set up a work email with folders that will be easily navigatable and keep diligent with file management.
The instructor needs to do all he or she can for the e-learners, to alleviate alienation, excessive workload, competition, and technical issues.
One important role of an online teacher is to help students be successful by monitoring a student's progress compared to the necessary rate of completion based on the time available for the course.
I learned about the importance of maintaining records in different ways for future reference. I also learned that the teacher has the ability to modify how a lesson is submitted when a student is experiencing difficulties.
It is definitely going to be important to know and make students aware of the district and building policy as far as computer usage, online behavior, and academic integrity. They need to be aware of these policies and reminded of them when issues arise so there is no question that they understand. It is also important to document all communication and correspondence with students in the event there is an issue that needs to go higher up.
I have learned that there are many challenges with e-learning. The facilitator must be very flexible in dealing with different personalities and abilities.
Keeping good records is very important
I learned to manage emails from students and that online courses requrie a more dedictated frame work with time scheduling
Successfully managing an online course demands good communication skill to diffuse conflict and address undesirable behaviors such as those seen in disruptive or "noisy" learners. An engaged instructor will look for the warning signs leading to attrition such as alienation, and engage students early and often through discussions and personal messages.
In this module I learned that it is extremely important to make sure students are informed that there can be an "Ask three before me" peer question format to get clarity on certain subjects or content covered. Students can have the opportunity to ask questions of their fellow peers before directing some of their inqui to myself the teacher. You can assign a "buddy or partner" to assist in smaller questions other students may have to he'll clarify any work that many be assigned.
I learned that the online learning environmnet requires a special level of organization and record keeping that may not be necessary in a traditional classroom environment. It is also important to set behavior and performance expectations for the students, just like you would in a classroom environment.
Good communication is important.
I think there were a number of good points that will help if I ever get setup with online discussions. I wish I had these lessons as documents. Need to turn on my screen recorder!
One think I found interestin was the question about method off communication. I can tell you this, out of my 62 students, only about 1/3rd of them check email daily. I can send them a text message and get a response.
I like the remind.com tool for sure.
This module is new to my teaching, as I am a middle school teacher and helping students participate appropratly in an online manner is new to me. Conflict resolution is something I would do in a face-to-face situation, and with working with adolescents, online conflicts will be a new challenge. These tips will help
To this point in my 37 year career, I have not experienced conflict in the classroom. I accredit that to my level of interacting with the students and the fact that they must apply to become part of my program. Being part of a program they are vested in the learning process. I have enjoyed learning the types of students that can wreak havoc in the online classroom and will take these suggestions to heart.
I've been working on improving my records management. I've found myself overwhelmed with paperwork.
I think it is extremely important to emphasize the importance of technical support in order to avoid class attrition.
