I like how it discusses to have the students engage and answer each other questions on the discussion board first. Then the instructor can answer the question so that way it won't be on all of the work on the instructor.
Communication is key in online instruction. It needs to be continuous and consistent. It is also a great idea to set up guidelines for communication. Rubrics are also a good way to promote clear and concise communication to students about expectations, especially on graded assignments.
Civility and Managing overall communication is essential to learning online.
Developing guidelines and establishing a pattern of communication is essential for online teaching.
It is important to set guidelines, rules, and a Code of Conduct from the beginning of the course. The guidelines should help student communicate effectively with other students, with the teacher, and responding to the teacher throughout the course. The institution where I teach provides a Code of Conduct regarding internet communication which students much sign on the first day/night of class (F2F).
I learned that setting standards are important and their should also be consequences for anyone who does not follow them.
I learned that communication is one of the most important aspect. I also like that grading rubic that was posted in the course.
What i learned is that i will have to re evaluate and revise my syllabus and course out line with the On-line guideline for students expectation.
The need to clearly writ out the rule and expectation for on-line communication , rules and discussion rubrics to ensure that student will understand the objective of the corse intent.
Respect of culture is foundational for class instruction and student interaction and participation.
I have been reminded to encourage all students to participate in frequent/active communication. In contrast, the classroom, we have a variety of ways to assess learning when students do not 'talk', 'speak up', or verbally engage. Within the e-learning environment, students may be encouraged to participate in postings because it is an active way to being involved---with a passive engagement (behind the computer/not in person).
Constant management of communication in all facets is of utmost importance in the classroom. Not only must an instructor manage the communication between themselves and students but between students themselves. This allows for the professionalism of an online classroom to be maintained.
I learned about the way that communication can be used to keep in touch with students and help them with their class.
Just like everything in life, humans need boundries set for them. Online classes are no different and when setting up the class we have to have rules, procedures and consequences for the learner to follow to succed. The Instructor must have consequences for both positive and negative behaviors in the online classroom as well. I will set up procedures in my online classroom for the success of myself and my students.
GW Having guidelines of what types of communication is accepatable is very important and should be be on the first day of class. It is also important that all students understand that everyone needs to particiapte in discussions of the class. This is one of the most important wayhs to learn. I have seen where when you first start a disscussion and you are not sure where it may go but then it turns out to be the greatest learning experience.
Developing a communication code of conduct fir young learners is very important. Living in a digital world we all take shortcuts when communicating most of the time in formally. When we are communication formally we must remember to use appropriate language.
It is important to make students aware of what is acceptable communication and what is not. Also outlining when and how they can contact you as the instructor is very important.
Communication is key when it comes to talking with students. I've noticed that some students are not very good at communicating even when you have tried to reach out to them to see if they need help. With online teaching, it can be hard to get students to participate with discussions, but we are trying to encourage all students to participate.
The idea of clearly communicating expectations for all aspects of communication is a major take away from this section. It is important that students not only understand what tools will be used to communicate, but also when communication will occur and what it will look like. Establishing a Communication Code of Conduct is a great idea for any classroom. I also appreciated the idea of using a rubric to show how communication on discussion boards will be scored.
This section discusses the importance of clear communication in terms of setting rules for communication, monitoring all communications and the importance of doing so. Using the course syllabus and my institution's guidelines I need to develop my expectations and teach my students how to communicate respectfully and appropriately. As well as provide the consequences to not following course guidelines. Providing examples and models as well as setting the tone myself is key for a successful online experience for everyone.
My intention is to police the operation in the hopes and desires that the student(s) respond properly and in a timely fashion.
