In this module, we will explore the importance of establishing a strong presence as an online teacher and provide you with practical strategies to connect with your students effectively. As the foundation of successful online teaching, establishing presence helps foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
Module Objectives:
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- Develop strategies to establish a strong instructor presence in the online classroom, including effective communication methods, active engagement with students, and timely feedback, to enhance student learning and foster a sense of instructor support and guidance.
- Recognize the importance of providing contextual justifications or meta-information for course materials, assignments, and assessments in order to clarify their purpose, relevance, and connection to learning objectives, enabling students to better understand the significance of the content and their own learning journey.
- Consider the proficiency required in managing and facilitating online discussion boards, including skills such as posing thoughtful questions, encouraging active participation, moderating discussions effectively, and promoting meaningful interactions among students to create a collaborative and engaging online learning community.
- Develop the ability to create engaging and informative announcements that effectively support the tempo and pacing of student learning. This includes providing clear instructions, highlighting key concepts, sharing essential updates or reminders, and fostering a sense of community and motivation within the online course.
