Helping Students Communicate Effectively Online | Origin: EL105
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Online Language: Communicating with Students --> Helping Students Communicate Effectively Online
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Interesting section on the various generation of students and their different styles of communication. Engaging and supporting all students. Finding ways to help them succeed such as providing various training resources on using the LMS or MS Office.
understand different communication styles.
I learned about the different age groups and where some may exceed in online learning and communication, others may not do so well so it is important to notice the age groups of the people in your online course.
Different generations of learners have different e-learning styles. However, all e-learning students should have qualities of open-mindedness, good written and verbal skills, self-motivation, self-discipline, time management skills, computer competency, critical thinking ability and a capacity for teamwork.
I learned that instructors must model appropriate, desirable online behaviors. I intend to model the behaviors discussed in this course.
Understanding a student's abilities and competence levels are important for understanding how effectively they will be able to communicate in an online setting. Once a teacher understands this, then they can offer appropriate help and guidance to the students that require it, as well as more defined assistance if a student needs more specific help.
This section of the module focused on the student as an online learner. There are several factors to consider when helping students be successful in the digital environment. Factors such as generation/age, confidence level, tech level, etc. can all be important in a student's success and level of abilities to succeed. Instructors are the main point of contact for moderation and encouragement in the online setting, so it is important to provide the proper tone and clarification regarding expectations pertaining to communication and participation. Understanding all challenges that may be presented in the online setting will allow the instructor to help motivate, provide 1:1 assistance, and to ensure the student has the best opportunity to be successful in the environment.
Este tema me recordó que una comunicación clara y respetuosa ayuda a que los estudiantes se sientan acompañados. En mis cursos procuraré explicar desde el inicio dónde y cómo comunicarnos, considerando los factores generacionales, culturales y educacionales del grupo, así como sus diferentes niveles de habilidad tecnológica. De esta forma, podré adaptar los mensajes y los espacios de participación para que todos se sientan incluidos y puedan aportar.
I think it's important to understand that younger generations have specific lingo or cadence to online communication versus older generations.
The differences in generations as it pertains to media is important as it allows you to understand what will best suit your class.
Immediate feed back is important
I agree that silence can be excruciating in the online classrom. Generations although different musy al still adhere to the same guidelines and procedures.
This module reiterated the importance of setting rules for communication at the outset of the course. It also discussed the learning styles and differences between baby boomers, generations X, Y, and Z. It is important to know the general characteristics of each generation and to tailor your teaching style to reach all students. The module also covered the qualities necessary to be a successful student in an online class (such as communication, self motivation, critical thinking, and ability to work in a group) as well as the skills necessary to navigate the online environment.
Be the model; Lead by example and treat others the way you would like to be treated. I will establish what that means, and live it by example.
This section of the course was self-explanatory and informative.
An effective way to ensure students communicate to course expectations is for the instructor to model this for the class.
In this module, I learned the importance of helping students communicate professionally and respectfully in an online learning environment. Clear expectation and communication guidelines can promote meaningful interactions and reduce misunderstandings. I plan to apply what I learned by encouraging respectful communication and providing students with clear expectations for participation in discussions, emails, and other course activities.
Communication is important. There are even differences between the sexes at times. Awareness is key.
Faculty have a huge responsibility in making sure their online students are successful. Not everyone learns the same way so different techniques should be used. If a student quits communicating with you reach out. They may have misunderstood something.
