Offering students varied forms of communication that is dynamic and interactive facilitiates good learning environments for almost all online students. Specifically, an electronic course syllabus should be packed with information extending beyond the basic information; modules, assignments, tests, grading and due dates; to include links to resources (videos, instructions, instructor email, etc) and a disclaimer to students that due to the dynamic nature, the information in the syllabus is subject to change. Scaffolding and communication should be as varied as the syllabus. A strong virtual learning environment teacher offers several avenues for students to access for learning opportunities (I2S, S2I, S2S, G2I, I2G, and G2G) throught a web-based community setting for asynchronous learning. Finally, as scaffolding is a traditional instructional strategy; online instructors may scaffold with technology through varied forms of communication within the LMS.
