Dr. Crews,
I think the reason I like to teach is because I like to learn. The students keep me current on trends, they challenge me and teach me new things. It is a great way to learn!
Angie
Earlene,
Thanks for your input. You are right about knowing our students. The more the better. Thanks again.
I agree fully with these three points. We as instructors have to know our target audience for EVERY other aspect to fall in to place, communication with our students is utmost. Knowing the subject is imperative to the entire outcome! Great information and ideas!
Joseph ,
Right on. When we engage the students in then learning process and provide them with feedback to help them improve, they will more likely achieve the learning outcomes. Nice job.
When authoring my own online course I believe the 3 most important considerations are structuring content delivery so the students are actively engaged, find ways to deliver positive feedback and encouragement, utilize clear sequencing and transitions.
Mary,
Thanks for asking good questions. This helps others thing about what to ask. Good job.
1. How will the content be delivered?
2. How will students receive the content?
3. will students be assessed in their knowledge of the content?
a. What do students know?
b. What can students do?
robert,
Knowing your content, your students and how to communicate effectively with your students will result in a good online environment. Thanks for your input.
David,
Yes, getting to know your students and providing content in a variety of methods is essential. Thanks for your input.
I feel that when authoring an online course the three most important things to consider are:
1) Course objectives - class must be designed to provide information to support those objectives
2) Course structure – good class structure of a course helps students stay organized and should also allow for interaction of all participants (instructor-student; student-student)
3) Student demographics/educational level - knowing students educational level and background will help create appropriate materials and delivery methods
Three items worth focusing, in no particular order, are
1) Know what students are bringing to the table. I teach math based courses and I need to have an understanding of the average baseline so that I can create the course and provide the appropriate resources.
2) Be able to incorporate at least 2-3 presentation methods. This may be power point for concepts, excel for examples and chats to create conversation and provide practical examples.
3) Incorporate third part resources that will help to validate your lectures and examples.
Lisa,
Excellent. When you tie your learning outcomes to the necessary content to cover, you are helping your students understand the course expectations.
Keep up the good work.
Byron ,
The syllabus should lead students to understanding the learning outcomes and participating in discussions. Of the tests are also linked to the learning outcomes (which they should be), it is our goal to help students achieve the outcomes.
Benjamin,
Right on. The learning outcomes should lead to an engaged learning environment.
Keep sharing your ideas.
Gauri,
Yes, these are excellent things to consider. Thanks for your input.
Josh,
Right on. Giving students the guidance they need increases their ability to achieve the learning outcomes. Thanks for your input.
Thanks.
I believe that in order to create a course, you would need to know the course objectives, the learners involved and the time frame of the course. The course objectives give an idea of what needs to be covered in the course, the learner type will give you ideas on how to best present the material, and the time frame gives you an idea of how to pace the course.
The three most important things to consider when authoring an online course is the syllabus, discussion forums and tests.
1) Laying out clear objectives
2) Ensuring all stakeholders know and understand their responsibilities
3) Maximize learning
(1) Course framework
(2) How the course content is spread over the period of the course
(3) Communication, Assessment and teaching methods
