I learned that multiple communication tools can be used to enhance student learning.
It is important to assess the class you are teaching an match the proper tecnology to the requirements of the class while taking into consideration the instructors prefered way of communicating with the students. It is important to be flexible in changing modes of communication as reviewing students feedback.
I have learned how to decide which technology to use to be more effective in communicating with my students. In addition, there are tools which are more effective in small groups vs large groups.
Cheryl
I appreciated the information about assessing use of technology for enhanced course communication both in formative and summative ways, and looking at instructor-to-student, student-to-instructor, and student-to-student communication. This module gave many examples of technology tools available for various types of communication. Fortunately, I have college-aged and high school-aged children at home so they keep me apprised of the latest and greatest communication platforms. This module reminded me that it is important to set expectations of technology use for communication at the start of the course, so students are aware of how to reach the instructor when they have questions.
I was struck by the discussion that you should assess and re-assess what the most appropriste means of communicvation is. There is always that tendency to default to whatever means of communication that you (the instructor) is most comfortable with. But we have to renenber that there are many different ways of communicating.
Effective use of technology comes from investigating what uses are the most relevant. In order to effective use these tools we must research and use feedback as a means to improve outcomes.
In this section the biggest thing is to choose the right medium for how to get your messages across. Depending on what you want to speak about there is a good medium for that. As we get more seasoned making those choices should become easier.
Instructors should be prepared to use an end-of-course evaluation AND use this feedback to improve the course. If an end-of-course evaluation is requested, but the feedback is not used to improve student outcomes it is a waste of time for the instructor and students.
This module was a nice reminder of the different forms of online communication.
I have learned about the different formats of communication available using technology for online education. I'll research them to find the ones that will work the best for myself and the students, checking often to determine if the students needs are being met.
It is important to choose the proper communication tool to maximize efficiency and understanding with students.
The Instructor should have a better understanding of the technology and making sure the technology tools choosen align to effectively have a better outcome.
i have been using social media platforms for alternative area for material to be posted and iscussed on. this just affirms it for me
There are various resources and technology which ccan help online faculty.. maximize it
I have learned the importance of diffrent social media/ technology tools in my teaching online and how to adapt each to what is compatible to my student's learning styles
I find that relationships can develop naturally online, but unless you are careful, some students may fall through the cracks. The comments and suggestions posted here were very helpful, with good tactics to prevent that very thing from happenning.
Being an online instructor it's very important to stay up to date with technology and know what's available in terms of communication capabilities with my students; especially the younger ones who don't like to talk on the phone and would rather text or email.
A dizzying array of communication technology tools exist. I'd begin by utilizing whatever tools are recommended by my university, school district, or college.
Researching and deciding which communication tools work best is important, as each population is different and different ways of communication can be utilized for best efficiency.
There is so many great ways to communicate with students online. Email, social media, your online forum. I have foudn that with my younger students they are more than likely to respond to me if I send them a text. If I call first chances are they will not answer.
