I learned that effective online teaching requires a dynamic syllabus, clear communication, strong course organization, and opportunities for student interaction. I also understood that building an online learning community is important so students feel connected, supported, and engaged throughout the course. In addition, scaffolding helps students learn better by connecting new content with their prior knowledge and guiding them step by step.
I plan to apply this by organizing my course more clearly, giving detailed instructions, updating materials when needed, and creating more opportunities for collaboration and participation. One question I still have is how to balance course flexibility with consistency in an online environment.
