Being Traditional
In a traditional classroom setting, learners benefit from immediate verbal feedback as well as non-verbal feedback in the form of body language such as smiles, nods, confused looks, frowns, etc. The absence of these types of feedback in an e-learning environment makes feedback particularly crucial in this setting.
Robert,
No this is not a new trend. In fact, desktop video conferencing has been around for many years in different forms. It is a great technology and I use it extensively in many of my online courses; however, for many people online means asynchronous learning which is NOT live classroom videocasting. I find that I can use many different technologies including LIVE synchronous tools to interact with my students as long as I provide options for all of my students to connect in a way that works for them.
Herbert Brown III
Herbert
In my school's on-line classes, during 'live-chats' the students are able to see and hear me except when I am sharing my screen (demonstrating in AUTOCAD). But, I cannot see or hear the students .... they must type their comments & questions and I must read them in the chat box.
One of my students told me their spouse takes online courses where each student has a microphone. So, the instructor and all other students can hear their comments and questions.
Is this a new trend? Do you think all on-line classes will eventually have this?
Robert
Loretta,
How can we accomplish this in an online environment and gain the trust of the students in the course?
Herbert Brown III
A persons trust is hard gain. We must first look at your self in the mirror and ask what can be done to get my trust.
Eston,
You are correct. The more immediate feedback you can provide your students the more they will feel connected with you and the course. It is important to try to build a sense of community in your courses so students feel less disconnected in their courses.
Herbert Brown III
