Yes. The list of daily tasks to comply with is extremely helpful.
To transition to e-learning/on-line training will be a vast challenge if we do not clear up everything that students need to accomplish at the correct dead-lines and if it will be a linear approach, and have all the resources available for students to utilize.
Reply to Anniece Williams's post: Reply to Anniece Williams's post: And being able to think ahead of potential issue(s) plus knowing yourself that you are going to have to become more proficient in this new method is a stressful at best. I'm at the point that I go with my instinct of what I think would work and do the best with it that I can.
The online learning program requires just as much attention from the educator as the on-groundenvironment, and possibly more. It is vital that the student feels supported and able to manage the online environment. As an educator I check in with my students at each meeting to see how they are doing, if they need additional asistance, and how I can best support them.
One reason why I am taking this course for my CTE Middle School classes is to get a feel for the best use practices. Knowing especially after this section I need to be more proficient technically and how I am going to try to weave it into my curriculum in whatever Site(s) I have chose to use.
Of course students love to come to my class b/c I have computers but I am trying to work through the litany of items presented here that I must work down as I sift through the screen full of sites that are willing to give a free access to their digital platform. I am asking myself do I go with one or several as I try to battle the overwhelming stretch of information from being exposed to much but not specializing in any?
This has given me a lot to discuss with my school. Our CMS has at times been dysfunctional and I feel that is my biggest concern moving to e-learning. It was informative to see the lists of learning support components to cover. For my students to be successful I have also many questions to answer in terms of course delivery.
As a teacher, I must make sure that I familiarize myself with the CMS and the online delviery of instruction.
Online instructors must make sure the students can easily navigate through the course. If it is too difficult, there maybe a higher number of students that do not complete the course than the number of students who successfully complete it.
Reply to Margaret Gambino's post:Yes, it is so imporatnt that the instructor iknows the "system!"
I have learned that an oonline instructor must be very familiar with the CMS, the necessity for technical support, and that each instructor teaches differently. I have also learned that comminication of the course requirements for garding, etc.. must be clear.
To ensure that e-learning platform is easy for the student to naviagate.
So far I have learned the preparation is key to setting a good foundation for e-learnign to occur.
Most of what was addressed in this seciton I already practice in my normal class environment using Canvas. My course is broken down in units, lessons, assignments, discussions, and peer reviews. However, now that we are going strictly digital, the personal contact and student accountability will be bit of a challenge. So far, my biggest challenge is ensuring all students are setup and comfortable in the distant learning setup. This first week I have been on the phone with a few students helping them resolve technical issues.
Structure is key. As an instructor I need to have full understanding of the online platform I am using to effectively convey information. Communication was a topic of concern initially, but now I have been enlightened on the various forms of communication with students with online learning.
It is important to complete a student orientation of the course so students are aware of how the course will be taught.
Creating an orientation, implementing chats, facilitating getting students virtually together with zoom or google hangouts would be a way to engage the students into a community of learners. Stating the kinds of activities along, time frame for getting instructor support and technical support would be paramount in putting novice online learners at ease.
I learned that every teacher will not use the CSM in the same manner. Even if they teach the same courses they will structure their courses in different way than an teacher.
During the module I learned about course structure, delivery, support, content and delivery. The content and delivery sections were most valuable as I begin to brainstorm how I will engage my students in the new online forum.
I've learned that being organized with day-to-day work content week to week quiz content and the ability to answer online questions as an instructor keeps my students engaged and wanting to learn more. By being prepared with the material I'll be able to answer questions for students giving them confidence in the material they're learning.
I've learned a Few ideas on how to structure an online course. also the importance of making sure I'm knowledgeable of the system to provide any assistance that my students may need
