I would say managing student behavior is not that much different than in a live classroom setting. Set the expectations firmly upfront at the beginning and follow through with managing behaviors. I appreciated the reminders of making sure to record and/or save all communications with students.
Overall, there wasn't anything new for me in this module specifically, however I do feel it would be helpful for me to be more proactive in reaching out to students individually who tend to procrastinate. Our terms are only 5 weeks so there is a ton of information and work to be completed by adult learners with a lot of other responsibilities whose living situations and priorities can change without notice - like with COVID-19. We already have a built-in record keeping system "Facutly Journal", which I should consult more often to see what other instructors have notated on a student who seems to be falling behind or not motivated to be more successful.
I haven't experienced conflict between students to the point of having to intervene, like I did in On Ground situations a few times but I also make sure that my tone is always professional and courteous and encouraging and I find being a good role model and joining Discussion as quickly as possible to be "present" and show authority is what keeps it on track and moving in the right direction.
I learned that in the online platform it can difficult to rein some students in while it may be easier to manage others. However, there still needs to be guidelines followed to manage both.
In this course we learned how to deal with different types of individuals, follow all policies and procedures outlined in the campushandbook. How to respond to conflicts and make sure to document all conversations. Record keeping is important and must be done effectly to ensue lost of time.
I thought the course did a good job of addressing my main concerns of tackling an online class.
In Managing the E-learning environment I learned the following:
- Make sure you are familiar with school policy and procedures for disruptive behaviors. I think it will be important to think about how you will handle certain behaviors in the e-learning environment. Suggestions were given however I was hoping for more suggestions for disruptive behavior.
- It is important to have a grading scheme created for your e-learning environment.
How handling online learning conflict, how to handle disciplinary actions online. How to address online issues. Help student who are having difficulty with technical issues. How to have students understand the policies and procedures and, how to address those concerns.
I agree, translating my knowledge and experience to an online environment is my challenge
The need to maintain effective records is extremely important. I have a lot of work ahead to learn how to do this in an online teaching environment
Being aware of dynamics that students face, and types of personalities, will help instructors identify areas of concern early enough to address it. Expect conflict to occur, and plan to act quickly when you think conflict exists.
I like that everything is able to be added to there files if you are keeping them therefore everything is very transparent. I also learned that if you are going to do something online there can be procrastination and how to we keep this from happening. I see this happening in my own class when students are asked to complete something online and instead they found there way to a game sight or something more intertaining then school work.
I found it interesting that technology can be overwhelming to some students and that it would discourage them to the point of dropping the class. I have assumed that my students were all going to be used to computer technology and smart phone technology. I have to remind myself that there may be a case here or there where that is an issue and I must reach out to all of the students and ask if they are understanding how to use the program and hardware needed to be successful in the class.
I have found adherance to organizational policies and procedures and applyig these to the on line environment has been helpful in student participation.
Keeping an effective way to organize and store virtual forms and electronic notes. Because I don't organize well.
What have you learned from this module and how do you intend to apply it?
I think the best thing i learned from this module is the idea of "Online Behavior Managment" and learning about the different kind of behaviors you may encounter online and how to address those behaviors.
My organizational skills are usually really great. I will be keeping indivudual student work in a folder. We do this in face to face situations and I will be continuing my work from March 13.
I have learned that I have to get much better at record keeping. The examples given reminded me that I must use a system that is both simple yet efficient. Additionally, this will help me locate info easier so that I will be a better teacher/facilitator as well as managing the course effectively and being able to locate documents if questions occur no matter what the circumstance.
I have learned that organization on my part will make my life easier.
I plan to start organizing my information by utilizing folders for each of my classes. I also plan to set parameters for answering emails. I find myself answering emails throughout the day and even when I'm at home.
There are many challenges to online learning. There are many different types of students who learn differently. There are measures I can take to address the many different problems and behaviors that may arise with different types of students in the online platform. I can always return to the course guidelines when dealing with objectional students and procrasting students.
I learned that it is very important to have a system to keep all communication with students in a organized manner. And I learned that I need to Review my institution's code of conduct for online participation.
