With the two types of learning styles, asynchronous and synchronous the approach will be different. With asynchronous, everything does not happen at the same moment. So, in order to foster participation, share the rules, post and monitor all class discussion and maintain focus of discussion. With synchronous, instruction takes place in real time so it will provide opportunity for small talk and allow time for student to reflect on some subject matters. And whenever feedback is provided, instructor should ensure it is done in a way to encourage particpation, confidence, and motivation. It may also include constructive criticism.
