In order for a class to be successful online, the instructor should have an understanding of how to operate it first. Students can easily be distracted or get frustrated if they do not understand how to navigate through a CMS system. Therefore, we as instructors should take the time out and introduce it and ensure students know how to navigate through the course content online.
Checklists can be useful.
I have learned that i need to be familiar with CMS online teaching/learning system in order to be successful as an online instructor. online teacning can cause anxiety and frustration if learners ae not familiar with the system; its crucial to have the learners navigate through the orientation program before they start elearning.
E-Learning, is different for everyine involved. Once we as instructors learn how to navigate the courses we can help our students navigate their courses and assignments.
Easy accessibility and easy transitions to next course content is crutial to keeping students engaged and continuing.
Breaking down assignments by module may increase the effectivness of reception of the informatin
I appreciated the concise breakdown of all of the requirements for instructors teaching on-line. It's nice to have a list of expectations before beginning a new task.
Knowing all the aspects of E-Learning and the support given to maneuver through the process
Instructors, knowing what is expected of them, will generate more successful students. Know the system, the structure, and how to ensure student success.
Structure and expectations of the course is important. Given this is online learning it is imperitive to engage students and be accesible so they feel supported.
What I've learned in this module as an online instructor is that, we must familiarize ourselves how to navigate our institution's CMS. It is as simple as knowing how to do attendance to posting grades and giving students timely feedback. Having technical support on hand for quick questions and resolutions helps manage students' and instructor's unnecessary frustrations.
The importance of instructor support including technical support and course structure.
Complexity and breadth of instructor role - plus the need for supporting infrastructure in order to succeed.
This module separates the different facets of what we do as online instructors. There are so many things that we integrate and complete seamlessly that when it is sectioned out it is quite substantial. There is a lot of work and responsibility that goes into online course delivery.
Online instruction requieres high level of communication with students. CMS needs to be updated/ reformated as needed.
Be organized, know your CMS platform and roles and responsiblities as an online intructor.
Keeping the students engaged is key for their success in the online class
Online teach is only as good as the infrastructure, which includes the instructional support and the technical support. Students need orientation to the CMS system and the instructors need to be fluent on the CMS. All the content must be available with instructions on dates and time assignment are due. Navigation of the system must be easy in order to promote a fustration free learning environment
What I found is that students need structure support and addittional resources to maximize their learning in the online enviroment.
The e-learning enviroment can be challenging to navigate, however, once mastered, it provides an environment where learning can take place uninterrupted and synchronous with the learners readiness for active learning. It is a very useful tool.
