I often don't know about tech issues or competing responsibilities until it is too late; I see now I need to add this to my "initial communication" checklist.
This section taught me a lot about how to help different student with different behavior patterns and the steps I need to take for each one
Effective communication can be through email. Ensure that I am checking on students regularly to ensure there are no technical issues
It is my responsibility to help all students progress in their learning. When problems come up it is also my responsibility to help resolve the issues, following proper protocol and also being sensitive to student needs and abilities.
By using the discussion and interactive tool that is provided to assure, direct and interact with the students regarding assignments, expectations, question and answer segments additionally to have one and one conversations. Also using the organized record system for student's files.
Conflict management for e-learning is similar to in-person environment. Look out for the breeding of conflict and attempt to manage it early.
Ways to help students not fall behind include reminding them to complete their assignments offline and to keep a back up of their assignments to prevent it being lost if they run into technical issues.
E-learning can be less of interactive and less desired learnign environemnt for students as their is no face to face in real life connection with the professor. depending how tech savy the student is will also affect thier ability to learn and porgress in virtual classroom setting.
Communication, as in all aspects of life, is key for online teaching/learning. When speaking with a student directly, especially concerning critique, the communication must be private yet documented appropriately. And in public forums, the teacher must be prepared to professionally and empathetically respond to students who disrupt the flow of communication and learning. Because, as with all forms of discussion, there can be those who disrupt or communicate poorly.
I learned that there are effective ways to manage different learner behaviors and reduce attrition in learning. I will apply this by monitoring participation, reaching out to quiet or struggling students, and setting clear expectations for communication and deadlines.
It's tricky to keep people engaged without making them feel as if you're adding to the workload. I try to propel discussions with questions, but I understand those questions can't be so complex that students have to perform research or respond with something as long as their initial response. I'll do that deliberately, however, if their response is too brief to give them a decent grade. Sometimes that works better than calling them out privately and reminding them of requirements.
Students in the e-learning environment are as diverse as those in a traditional classroom. I need to be proactive from the beginning when it comes to interacting with all my students, not just the students who are engaged. Communication is key so that students understand the expectations and so that they know you are there when they need them. You need to have a place where you can keep track of what you spoke about with a student and when it happened. My school use a great program for this that allows me to alert counselors when I feel like a student is having issues that I can't help with or are in danger of failing.
As an online educator you can take some measures to reduce attrition.
Alienation
Excessive workload
Competing responsibilities
Technical issues
Keeping things organized, and easy access makes things easier for the instructor to help all students throughout the course. Maybe create a "cheat sheet" for yourself for quick reference.
E-learning can create many excuses for students that are procrastinators when they do not complete work on time, especially since E-learning is independent and self directed. Ways to help students not fall behind include reminding them to complete their assignments offline and to keep a back up of their assignments to prevent it being lost if they run into technical issues. Students should also be reminded of policies and procedures regarding submission guidelines and rules for participation. They should also be made aware of any alternative ways to submit assignments and to communicate with the instructor when they run into technical problems.
To effectively reduce students’ attrition, an instructor needs to foster a sense of belonging in the students, provide academic support as needed, such as mentoring and tutoring, provide timely feedback and regular communication, touch base as soon as a student seems or is showing signs of struggling, and create opportunities for maximum engagement, as well as inclusiveness.
I learned a variety of specific methods to implement when dealing with difficult behavioral traits.
using email to communicate and council
Managing an online class takes both structure and flexibility. Flexibility allows space for different needs and challenges. It's important to set clear expectations and keep the lines of communication open. The online class should be supportive and easy to navigate.
From this content, I learned that effective information management is essential for teaching online, especially when handling large volumes of communication and student work. Establishing a simple but organized record-keeping system helps maintain clarity and efficiency throughout the course. It’s important to categorize and store key materials—such as assignment submissions, discussion transcripts, emails, and model answers—in a way that allows for quick retrieval when needed. Using consistent folder structures, file-naming conventions, and a dedicated email address for course communication ensures that both instructor and students stay organized. Ultimately, strong information management not only supports smooth course administration but also helps maintain professionalism and accountability.
