Karen Maiorano

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I know in all of my instruction the course is already laid out for me, however it is still important [during chats] to ensure that I am organizing my content. Since the chat is a limited amount of time, it is imperative that I get the main points covered while still allowing time for the students to be involved in the conversation. I am curious to know how everyone else organizes their time to ensure the content that must be covered for the week is covered. Thanks for your insights! Karen "kam" Maiorano

Karen Maiorano

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Video Chats

Hi All! When I first started teaching we only had text chats, now we are all using voice and many are moving to video chats. I am not thrilled about getting dressed to sit in front of my computer and I also believe this may be a distraction for some, while others may not have the technical ability to be involved in a video chat. What are your thoughts on the possibility of being required to do video chats? Karen "kam" Maiorano

Karen Maiorano

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Online classes, on ground testing....what are your thoughts?

As a math instructor I often feel that students are not always honest in regards to their test taking. Unfortunately, I have seen students who cannot explain a concept or work through classroom examples only to earn a perfect score on an exam. I have often thought having tests taken at a testing center or certified by someone that the person is taking the test would minimize the ability to be less than honest on this assignment. When I was taking my Masters online math courses, I was required to take my tests in front of someone who certified it… >>>

Karen Maiorano

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How much is too much?

When it comes to our [the instructor] being part of the conversation in the discussion board, how much is too much? I teach math and when a student asks how to work a problem, I may explain how the concept is worked or I may refer them back to the book, then sharing a problem and asking for the students to post the next step towards a solution or the full step by step. Does anyone believe this is a good start to creating an environment of teaching students how to be self reliant or should I be offering more?… >>>

Karen Maiorano

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Being present for your students

This is still something that is an elusive item, as every school has different requirements. I personally believe that being in a classroom at least every other day is sufficient, however many schools expect you in class daily at least 5 days a week. I find myself out there alone many times, because students are not present that often due to their busy schedules. Does anyone else feel that being in the classroom 4 times a week is sufficient? Please share why or why not. Karen "kam" Maiorano

Karen Maiorano

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Grammar and Spelling in Feedback

I have heard many discussions regarding using proper grammar and spelling in feedback. I am of the belief that they should be done properly and do take points off when spelling or grammar are incorrect, as I believe we are preparing our students for the work world where the written word should be properly used. Are you of the belief that incorrect spelling &/or grammar should, or should not, be penalized in the online forums? I look forward to your thoughts. Karen "kam" Maiorano

Karen Maiorano

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Keeping things interesting....

I am wondering how other instructors keep themselves "fresh" after teaching the same course numerous times? How do you ensure the material is still exciting for you, so your class can "feel" that? Karen "kam" Maiorano