Online Persona | Origin: EL108
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Preparing Students to Become Good Online Learners --> Online Persona
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Through this course, I learned that an online persona is a reflection of who you are, both personally and professionally. What you post, comment on, and share online can shape how others view your character, credibility, and values. I learned the importance of being mindful of my digital footprint, because once something is posted, it can be difficult to remove.
I have learned or actually relearned how important it is to help students evaluate how they learn best and when they learn best and in what environment they learn best especially with an online course. Time management is extremely important.
I agree that motivation assistance is very important for online and face to face teaching. Communications need to stay open and flowing to keep students motivated and involved.
Most important to me is allowing students to notify us of learning disabilities as soon as possible so we can help with a good plan.
Students learn differently depending on their disability; for example, students with auditory issues would do better with written content; students with visual issues may need to take exams orally. Students with disabilities should be directed to consult with student services for necessary accommodations.
Instructor should learn to recognize certain disabilities and how to best accommodate the student.
Everyone learns differently. Try to accommodate all styles.
I learned that online persona is shaped by tone, clarity, and consistency. I plan to apply this by being intentional in how I communicate and reinforcing a supportive, professional presence.
Accommodate for special needs
Understanding how to support students online with motivation and any special needs is essential and I will work to build my acumen in both regards to ensure student success.
Accommodating for special needs students and using time management skills. great stuff!
This is a great idea to create engagement.
I like the idea of leaving a video in the announcement for students in the online environment. This gives a more personal touch from the instructor.
No need to re-invent the wheel, I can use tools that are readily available as long as I consider the specific needs of my course/students.
To support Online students, provide clear communication. Understand the students and their strengths and weaknesses.
I have learned that it is important to test the students and create surveys to see if they are understanding and reading the material.
Starting the class with a learning inventory will help set expectations and help everyone start their journey on the right foot.
Learning style inventories are not enough. Being aware of style is not enough. We must put the information into practice. I must instruct using various styles, and students must use strategies to engage their styles.
I have learned for instructing online courses, students need to be reminded the importance of time management.
I have learned that online learning is different than in person learning, and I need to teach how to management their time with online learning.
