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Devin, Agreed! Sometimes current students, in an effort to be helpful, provide misinformation. It is an excellent way to encourage new students, however. They really related to current students. Susan Backofen

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John, I think that online students sometimes have a 'double whammy' of anxiety because they are also intimidated by the technology. Sounds like you have a good process for letting them know they are supported. Susan Backofen

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Doris, Excellent point. As discussed, the older students feel at a disadvantage; and if the class is predominately non-traditional (older), then the younger ones are intimidated. Susan Backofen

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Christi, Setting expectations, as you state, does reduce anxiety. Helping students to know what is expected takes away the 'unknown' which is always worse than reality! Susan Backofen

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Devin, This is a great idea...the personal interaction and opportunity to for students and faculty to meet each other prior to class is a great retention start. Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

Sebastian, This sounds like an excellent format for making students comfortable and getting to know them as individuals. Susan Backofen

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Mary, Exactly! This is the type of information that is useful in assisting the student with achieving their educational goals. Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Dayton, It is wonderful that you specifically have faculty address their education and work experience to what students will learn in class! Susan Backofen

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Dayton, As you point out, some of the 'other' things (like using the portal and mechanics of an online course) are important and can be significant frustration points for new students. Good job! Susan Backofen

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Betina, Wonderful! Do you utilize the information about learning styles in your classroom?....presenting information differently to accommodate those styles? Susan Backofen