I learned about synchronous and asynchronous meetings and the importance of both in order to engage students.
I learned how to encourage participation in the different types of discussion formats. I also learned how to recognize some of the different on line learning styles. I will use the information to assist me in structuring discussion forums in ways that are appropriate for the learning goals and to interact with my students with relevant feedback that encourages their ongoing participation.
I truly like the content in this segment. Keeping the students engaged in synchronous diaglog can be challenging. Typically you know which students will respond to the discussions in the chat and those who just sit quietly in the dark. What I find helpful with one particular class is calling for each student to provide feedback to the discussion, then one that feedback is given, then I petition for other students to comment and ask questions which then pulls the quiet discusser (if I may make up that word...lol) out of their shell urging them to interact more.
So far so good.
LFT
If you look at marketing stategies that a in place online i.e.(Amozon, netflix, etc.) providing feedback is the staple to the success of companies understanding the wants and needs of the consumer. Feedback is vital to deliver content to students for them to be successful once they have successfully completed the course, training etc.. Keeping them engaged in course content can be difficult but, by providing feedback you get to know the students at a personal level, it also allows them to see that you as the instructor is making every effort to provide them with the best education possible.
I'm surprised to see that the course doesn't encourage synchronous discussions. That may be the most challenging part of online teaching for me. I wish I understood why this is not the recommended method.
The importance of using discussions for student engagement and how to provide effective feedback to the students.
Feedback is very important to the student in regards to confidence and guidence.
It helps to identify each student's learning style. Be cautious of the 3 detrimental ones.
The different between effective asynchronous and synchonous classes is important to why we choose asynchronous style for online teaching.
Knowing the differences between synchronous and asynchronous discussions and how to best use them can encourage student involvement.
when critisizing a student it should be done in a way to encourage and inspire the student and also to avoid damaging students dignity
There are two type of communications used in discussion boards for students. Each has its advantages and disadvantages.
keeping the students involved,learning the students style inwhich he or she learns best.building a good professional relationship with students.
For teaching content use group discussion opportunities and also provide students the opportunity to have one-on-one time with the teacher. Keep all feedback as positive as possible.
I have leaned that asynchronous meetings are best because students can all learn from one another in that instance. Synchronous meetings are needed only for one on one conversations. Tone is very hard to understand when looking at letters instead of a persons face in real time. We can protect against misunderstandings in tone by using colors, boldings and acronyms to help others get a feeling for what is being said.
Everyone likes and needs feedback, especially students. By providing feedback to synchronous and asynchronous interactions with students, they feel supported and motivated. This is evident in a better overall performance.
the number one thing that I learned is that I was completly wrong about what I thought about discussion groups. :)
it has been a real struggle to transition from a classsroom where EVERYONE is particiapting at once to needing to wait for a students response toa question later at night. this has been unsettling in many ways, bu ti learn now that it can still be considered constructive and beneficial to the entire classroom
I am aware that I began this online course as a dependent learner but now am more of a participant. This came from being aware of the different types of online learners.
It's important to allow for small chat before and after scheduled discussion
It's important to know a little about each student's learning style to help with discussion. Important to know the limits of synchronous meetings.
This must be an older course because it doesn't take into account that we use Zoom or other video conferencing software to deliver instruction. Therefore, the parts about a synchonous course taking part via "chat" is not accurate.
