Online Communication Strategies | Origin: EL201
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Online Communication: Engaging and Retaining Online Learners --> Online Communication Strategies
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I am reminded that appropriate validation and communication response sequencing is important for student retention
I've learned that effective communication and positive responses can come when we validate the feelings of our students. We want them to stay engaged and motivated, so we need to show them that we care.
Connecting with students before correcting with effective communication is key.
I enjoyed reading about the different Advanced Relational Writing Practices and how I can communicate with students better to help them know that their feelings are validated and their success is important to me also.
It is important to use correct verbage to send clear and kind messages online. Many messages taken in different ways.
Applying the right communication strategies at all times ensures a good understanding with students and, consequently, better academic and learning outcomes. These strategies keep students motivated; this is the main reason for good communication. Whether it's enriching descriptive text with emojis or organizing the structure of an ARCS email, this is key.
It is the instructor's responsibility to create learning activities to engage.
I learned about OHT and USDLA. Online Communication Strategies and basic relational writing practices. Choice of words and positive vs. punitive language and variety of type of statements.
A sense of community and belonging fosters a good learning environment.
I have learned that as an educator I must intentionally design programs and courses to facilitate community development.
Good afternoon!
I truly enjoyed the descriptive immediacy and time presence portion of the course. Sharing what is happening with me in relation to time based on the student's actions is a great way to establish a human connection. I may have utilized this technique without knowing it in the past, but I am fully aware of this strategy now and plan on utilizing it more.
Learning to communicate with statements acknowledging students concerns and also closing with positive remarks can greatly impact students completing the course
Build a sense of community by fostering open communication, creating opportunities for interaction, encouraging student to student interactions.
Positive communication fosters a great online, educational experience.
It is important to provide gentleness and interpersonal communication to promote effective learning.
Positive communication is the key to successful in any course
It is very important to be in continuous communication with my students to be able to guide them regularly so that they can better assimilate academic instructions and experiences.
In my opinion tis system of interaction with risk students are very important to help students to success in their education and personality.
I think the interaction between the educator and his/her students is the most important part in order to success in the course.
