This section, I learned the difference between Asynchronous and Synchronous discussions, when each should be used, and should not be used. Class size plays a very important role in whether you should use Asynchronous or Synchronous discussion method.
I also learned how important it is to monitor students posts/comments, keeping track of each students posts/comments, making comments on their discussions and providing them with feedback.
The difference between asyncheinous and synchronous. Also the different Learning styles.
I learned the correct form of dissusion for my class, and the best way to give feed back.
Reply to Liz Clark's post:I agree. Synchronous discussion could be used when you toting otherwise you can't use it for large group.
Reply to Mark Grafton's post:That is true and it will be even more difficult to bring them back in track.
Each student has a different learning approach and some a combination of them. Getting them engaged in learning is very important and should be valued. The discussion on synchronous and asynchronous was very interesting and I will apply the hints in my classes.
Synchronous discussions should be avoided when covering the bulk of important content. The advantage of asynchronous discussions is that it allows the students to formulate their responses in a concise and organized manner that demonstrates critical thinking.
Be careful with feedback tone to motivate and encourage learners
The tips for using synchronous and asynchronous discussion are very useful. This allowed me to be more mindful when facilitating such discussions online to provide for optimal feedback and participation from all categories of students and learning types.
It was valuable to think about how intentional to be about online feedback. Since our verbal and physical cues will be missing, getting creative to communicate the proper tone was neat to think about.
Students have many learning styles and may possess multiple styles so it is important to first identify three important styles: Avoidant, Competitive, and Dependent. Understanding these styles I will be able to create strategies for asynchronous discussions and proper feedback as well and one on one synchronous discussions to allow students to feel confident and motivated.
Communicating the students regularly and provide feedback in a timely manner is important. What i like the most is that, as instructor learn on how to compensate for lack of non-erval communication in e-learning.
Synchronous discussions are for one on one or small groups, Asynchrous discussions are for a larger group of students.
Being an active instructor by communicating with the students daily and posting on the discussion board will keep them interested in the class. Discuss matters that are engaging and this will create a great learning environment.
I learned the difference between synchronus and asychronus, as it relates to teaching.
It is not recommended to use synchronous discussions to instruct important course content or get a feel for students' understanding of the concept.
The critical key of online learning is getting feedback from students about the class. That way you can keep the class engaged by tweaking it to their needs, wants or likes.
I've learned that the discussion board is vital to the success of an online course. It is the primary method to engage the students with the instructor, the content, and with one another. The funny thing is that, as a learner, I typically don't like discussion boards! I like to learn the material, take my exams and get it done. Avoidance? LOL. This part of online instruction will be a challenge for me, but one that I look forward to.
I have learned that by adding discussion topics and keeping them fresh will help my students be active in the discussion forum. Also give each student advie or just leaving a comment will aslo help keep the discussion live and moving forward.
I can see the need for socializing at the beginning of a synchronous discussion. Cutting off the socializing component might be a consideration.
