Christopher Sisson

I think that the course was referring more to discussion rather than teaching in general. The idea that the chat structure can make ongoing discussion challenging is not really off-base either, as the the IM feature can quickly become overwrought and difficult to follow. For one word responses, yes/no questions, and show of "hands" I think it functions well, but to have a full blown dialog among multiple students that way and trying to follow it is a bit like herding typographic cats.

Now, that said, the chats are invaluable for demos, Q&A, slide lectures, etc... I am as surprised… >>>

Crossing over the digital threshold is a challenge for all of us Michele. I continually find new ways to integrate technology into my classrooms, and all the while picking up the unexpected dangers and/or pitfalls. Its a process, but one we all certainly need to embrace.