I can see that the role of technology play a huge role in online learning. Making sure students have everything they need to accomplish learning is another.
The role of technology play a huge role in online learning. Making sure students have everything they need to accomplish learning is another.
Technology plays a critical role in students success and online experience
There are so many different ways to communicate with your students today but we need to remember giving out too much personal information is not good, such as personal email or number.
While the role of technology has expanded our horizons in education, we still need to be aware of how we communicate. Text communications do not allows to see nonverbal cues. Instructors need to use video communication to have effective communication.
With an online platform technology is key. If the technology doesn't work on campus that is one thing but when it's an online program the whole success of the program is in jeopardy.
One of the biggest advantages of online learning is they can learn at thier own pace, some will be able to adjust to the new concept while others will need more time, As Todd said, video interactive will put more students at ease once they know who they are interacting with.
Most people have access to online anywhere they go, if the student has the drive to learn they will make it work to their advantage.
I'm looking forward to having real time video conferencing with our students in the near future. Text based interaction leaves alot to be desired and it is difficult to get the students engaged. I'm hoping that once the students "meet" with us in a interactive video that they feel more encouraged to post questions in our text based forum, since they will now have a feel for who they are messaging.
Technology is essential for an online course. You can use synchronized scheduled meetings based out of a cell instead of a computer.
