Student procrastination occurs quite frequently, especially if the material is something that is outside their core education. Frequent communication with the students can assist in overcoming the procrastination.
Take each student's challenges on a case-by-case basis. Each of their situations is unique.
One thing that has been helpful to me is not only asking a lot of questions about different systems but also make sure you have the answers to help students when problems may happen.
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It is very important to keep one eye on professional content and the other eye on student behavior, student conflict management and making sure that students are not alienated in the course.
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Dr Ajmal
Reply to Holly Voss's post: I learned that are students that like to challenge the system and others that feel intimidated by computer technology the might find computer sofware difficult to fix and they get overwelmed and they feel discouraged and they are probably planning to drop the course rather than seeking for help. We need to identify these students by supporting them to find the right solutions.
I've learned that it may take extra effort on my part to assist and identify students that are struggling with the on-line course.
Closer attention to student participation is essesential. And staying ahead of the group watching for problems and issues that could cause a student to drop the course.
Good and continued communication is important to help your online students succeed.
This section provided valuable information on how to address different types of students in an online setting. It also provided useful information about records management which are critical for online courses.
In my years of educational instruction I believe I have had all of these learning types, some at the same time. I believe one way of earning their valuable input and trust is to set the parameters on day one- start tough and work backwards to a happy medium. The nice to tough just doesn't work out. I also think in this module that weekly progress emails will be something I incorporate with my online engagement. Also, sorting folders for replies by type or student will help navigate each issue.
I learned some techniques for managing difficult students.
I learned some ways of dealing with conflict in an online course. Also, I need to remember some students are busy and easily overwhelmed. I think, no, I'm sure, this class has helped. I would recommend it.
Communications is everything. It's especially important to use with those that are not putting themselves out there. With all types of students, sending them an email lets them know you see what they are or are not doing. It keeps you present.
I learned about some of the different types of students and how to get them engaged in learning
Every student is a fingerprint all the same but an indidividual one needs to learn how to reach them without interrupting the flow of information they will need to sucessfully completeing the assignments by assuring them that I am there to guide them and help them achieve the goal
I learned about the different types of learners. I believe I have quiet learners and procrastinators. I learned how to use strategies for both types of learners. I intend to make contact with learners who are not turning in assignments and try to find out what wrong. I also intend to send reminders of important dates.
I found the section on the different types of poor-performing students very interesting. I've encountered each of those types in an in-person course. Most of the content has been fairly intuitive, but I did take notes on that section. I especially liked the suggested ways of responding to each student type.
Matt Wilkerson
Reply to Pamela Gabbay's post:
I agree with you Pamela. We need to document everything. In addition to keeping a great record, it can be useful in the future when you need to make a reference about previous communications and follow up.
The resons and the methods of dealing with attrition as well as the ways in which these problems can be dealt with are very important because this is a problem that can even demotivate an instructor.
Institutial policy and how they relate to online student are important. It is a great way to ensure that students are making satisfactory academic progress.
As it will always be in the classroom, some students are more motivated and adaptable than others. I've learned over the years that alienated and disruptive students might need a little more personal coaching and reminding of protocol to make them more agreeable. A little understanding goes a long way.
I also have everyone understand that their focus needs to be on their classwork and not outside happenstances. Life occurs...but our class is an oasis of cooking and cooperation for a few hours a day. If there is truly a disruptive and violent student then policies are in place to deal with that.
