Guest Facilitator Satrohan Mangal

James: It is quite true that some human beings expend a lot of energy hiding what they perceive as their weaknesses. Then again, we have students who by their nature are not outspoken neither in a classroom environment or an online environment. I am a good example. I completed 90 credits in Psychology and asked a question in the classroom only once. And this question was asked in the first course. Then again, in graduate school, I do not recall a single instance in which I asked a question. Of course, I did well in presentations; but I am sure… >>>

Scott: Your answer points to several factors we should consider when we are deciding to make courses available in an online environment. Having read your response, I have concluded that you are in favor of online learning provided that: • The technology supports student-instructor interaction. • Students obtain support and feedback in a timely manner. • Psychomotor skills should be taught using a hybrid approach. It is quite true that in an online environment we lose the dynamism and synergy arising out of dialogue and discussions in real time. The dynamism is definitely lost; however, the synergy may not be… >>>

Hi All, This response is meant for all students who have registered for this course and have posted a response to this question. Satrohan ________________________________________________ Positions taken on this Subject varied. Some of you maintained that managing students in an online environment requires equivalent effort when compared to a traditional classroom environment; others maintain it will take more effort. I do not recall anyone mentioning it could take less effort. My position is that while the kinds of tasks we may be required to perform in both settings might be very similar, the manner in which we accomplish those tasks… >>>

Hi All, This response is meant for all students who have registered for this course and have posted a response to this question. In my review of the responses to this question, I noted several noteworthy observations, among which are: Successful online learning requires self-discipline. Instructor's proficiency and competency. Student's learning style. The design of the online learning experience. All of the above factors influence the degree to which students achieve the desired learning outcomes. Self-discipline, especially as it applies to time management is a mandatory skill for successful online learning. Catering to the different learning styles students bring with… >>>

Hi All, This response is meant for all Students registerd in this course. Satrohan _____________________________________________ As an Instructor, you do not lose the ability to know your students in an online learning environment. Of course, you can do this faster and with less effort in an on-the-ground setting. There are two measures you can take to know your students in an online environment. The first is to ask Students to post a short biography of themselves in which you suggest that they state their: Reasons for taking the course Expectations after completing the course Expectations of you Work-experience if they… >>>