From this module I learned that although there are many different types of online learning tools, you have to take time to make sure that you are using the proper tool for the curriculum you’re trying to teach. It is important to assess the functionality of the online tool before using it, while you are using it, and getting feedback afterwards to make sure it is effective for instructor and students alike
I learned that tools are a good source of teaching style for students. I need to find my own style.
There are many tools an instructor can use for an online class, however tools should be used to benefit the learning process of the student. Tools should be assessed continually to making sure they are serving its purpose for the course objective. There are many types of teaching styles. An instructor should take into consideration his/her style when planning and framing an online course.
Seth Soronnadi
That identifying teaching style and technology tools to facilitate teaching helps provide students with a learning process so they can achieve course outcomes. And that if any technology tool cannot function in the manner in which they are needed, it will not be an effective teaching and learning tool
tools support aynchronous and synchronous learningand allow different delivery channels and channels for feedback. A mixture of styles is appropriate to engage the students.
This module introduced me to different types of technology tools and how to use them in an online learning environment. I learned that depending on your teaching style and objectives for the course, some platforms can be more effective than others.
Online learning requires numerous tools and it's important to not assume that every student has access to them all.
The entire process first involves a serious time of introspection and reflection about our own teaching style or styles. Next, we are confronted by a vast array of technological tools available for our use. Then we look at our class content and the student population that will inhabitate our class. We have to decide which tools will be best suited for our instructional needs to deliver the content to meet the desired outcome for our students. Then we embark on our journey, realizing that we will face that inevitable cycle of STOP, START, CONTINUE which will, hopefully, modify our instruction into that ever evolving upward climb to excellence.
The use of technology should enhance the learning experience. It is also important for the instructor to match the appropriate technology tool to the instructor/student learning and teaching styles. Techonology has to be beneficial to the learning experience. It is important to ask for student feedback on the use of technology within the course so instructor reflection can occur to change or adjust technology tools being used in the course.
I learned that on-line instructors must research multiple on-line technology tools and select the tools that are right for their teaching styles. What I am most interested in is the idea of LMS's. In the past, I have used Schoology and Moodle. Now, as a college adjunct, I am being asked to use Blackboard. I am interested in learning everything that this system has to offer.
"Use the right technology for the job" seems a bit obvious, but outlining some different teaching styles was useful. I'd like to see a lot more detail about different styles and data on effectiveness of those styles in different situations.
I wonder if my inclass teaching style will differ from online remote learning. I am an authority teaching style in class but i feel it may transfer over to demonstrator
Using various technolgies in an online class setting allows the teacher to use differentiation instruction to accommodate the needs of all students.
I do not have to fear technology, or feel ineffective if I choose to not use all aspects of an online teaching tool. All that the tool has to offer may not be what my particular learning environment or student pool need at the time.
Finding the right balance of technology, from the instructor's use, the student needs and accessibility, and the purpose of said technology is key to putting together the best program with positive outcomes.
I learned the importance of tayloring the teaching tool with the teaching style while keeping in mind the intended fuction of the tool relative to the desired outcomes.
I learned that different technology can assist your delivery of content in an onine class.
It is important to assess the technology that you are considering using to ensure that it is appopriate for what the stuents are learning, how you plan to deliver the material, and whether or not it fits your teaching style. This will ensure that learning is at the highest capacity.
My most important take-away was to assess for both instructor and students, whether teaching styles and tech tools are working for both parties (not just teaching/learning, but also reaching outcomes), and if not (or are sub-optimal), then it's time to investigate/evaluate other options.
Finding what works and integrating it with current technology is key. Teaching is an organic function that must adapt to needs. If something works, keep it. If something doesn't work, find out why and make changes.
