Online Course Content Transfer | Origin: EL104
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Teaching and Organizing a Virtual Learning Environment --> Online Course Content Transfer
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It would be hard to create a hands-on electronic program online, but it could be done. The students would have to buy a trainer, but those are available, or maybe leased from the institution for the semester. Remote access of circuit simulators are available, though; I think it would be interested to try!
It is important to share related information with the students and keep a material sort and clear while in online classes.
how to be an effective facilitator.
the material design should be a important factor because it must be clear and simply to our students
Comment on Kalie Griffy's post: Engagement and varitey is key to keep students interested
To share some of your personal info with students, it can create a connection/bond. Keep information short, with explanations.
Having taught online only courses, communication is key. Connection is easy F2F, harder online. Using the assets of online, its flexibility, must be combined with a variety of communications-based support/encouragement/engagement.
We recently transitioned from Canvas to Blackboard, so we are still working out a lot of the kinks. I have learned that when technology is not in your favor that day to pivot to another assignment or activity to keep the students engaged and working.
I know how frustrated I get when I have difficulty locating content on a website. It's also a waste of time. When a student is taking an online course, it's likely out of convenience in that it fits with their daily life. Wasting time trying to navigate a poorly organized course is especially bad because they're likely paying for it.
online course layout must be very detailed, organized and easily understood for student success
Creating an effective online course is important and should be easily understood by the students, managing tactics and tools to help create a proper learning environment can make the difference between a passing student and a failing student.
online instructions should be short and precise use tools that effectively teach use variety and technology
When designing online course content an instructor wants to make sure that the course layout matches their learning style. It is important to use a variety of tools--both traditional and technology tools, when developing the course content to facilitate learning for all learners.
Post online announcments frequently
Layout should be attractive and engaging.
Online course transfer is not a 1 to 1 transfer from in person course. There are many things that must be adapted to efficiently convert a class into Online teaching. Learning the proper techniques and tools available will help facilitate this.
I learned that it's really important to keep our learning goals in mind when selecting tools. Additionally, instead of simply posting our usual content online, we should strive to make it more engaging and interactive. The "four O's" thing (Origin, Organization, Orchestration, Outcomes) seems like a good way to think about it all.
For my courses, I plan to replace lengthy recordings with shorter videos or readings that incorporate engaging activities. Organizing everything into modules in our LMS with clear labels appears to be the best approach. I'm also thinking about how to make things more interactive.
Online course transfer of content is not just transferring the online materials from a face-to-face course to an online learning platform. It requires careful planning and consideration to ensure objectives are met and effective teaching and learning occurs. The instructor must also be prepared to engage with students, just as students should engage with each other. This will enhance the learning process. Last, a welcome message and good introduction with information and guidelines is necessary to set the tone. Throught out the course, formative assessments should take place and adjustments made as necessary to enhance the process, and concluding with a farewell message will wrap it up in a positive manner.
Welcome messages and announcements are great strategies for building confidence in the online learning environment. Instructors can set the tone for their course and introduce themselves to their students, teasing their personality and sharing their teaching style. I do this at the start of every new term, but I will begin using announcements throughout the term as well to remind students about due dates, special projects, etc.
