Learning the difference between the synchronous and asynchronous learning and what is best for your students is very important.
Technology skills of the student must be evaluated by the instructor. You may have to teach basic skills such as how to download and upload documents at the start of a class. The use of social media is another tool that can be used to keep students engaged in their learning of real world skills. You still must determine if the student has the social skills necessary to maneuver in the different forms of online media. We cannot assume that our student will come to us with even basic skills when it comes to tech.
Technical skills are very important for the online environment. Without certain technical skills, the student may not be very successful icompleting the course. Simple things such as copy/paste, sending an email are very basic for some and may be very difficult for others.
What have you learned from this module and how do you intend to apply it?
I feel like we learned a LOT about synchronous vs asynchronous learning. I think this section had a lot about different tools to use for each.
Familiar with technology, tools, as well as diffent websites is beneficial for the onlin learner.
There are many differetn tools for students to use in an online course. Students need to be familar with the techonology skills before doing an online course. All the different tools for studetns either synchronous or asynchronous are great learning tools depending on what the instructor is teaching.
It is important to use a variety of tools for successful communication in an online course. Each tool provides a unique ability to engage students and the instructor in meaningful dialog.
Knowing what tools are available and fit your course needs for communication and the abilities of your student's online level of experience are critical.
