Larry Evert

Word-based concept maps show concept relationships. Students can demonstrate their understanding of the whole and specific concepts using concept maps.

Formative assessments, integrated into instructional design, evaluate and adjust teaching methods to personalize education for diverse learning styles. Summative assessments, such as tests and presentations, were designed to align with course outcomes and Bloom's Revised Taxonomy levels to accurately assess students' understanding and skills.

A syllabus summarizes course content, assignments, and exams. The syllabus is like a map legend, helping you find components and decide where to go. 

Ensuring module consistency is crucial for students to easily locate and progress through units of study, as well as to facilitate their access to all course information. 

To manage student inquiries effectively, educators should designate a specific area within the Course Management System for posting questions, notifying learners of its location and the scope of inquiries permitted, and encourage peer-to-peer responses before escalating the question to the instructor after a 24-hour wait. 

Educators should ensure learners receive all necessary information well before the session, allowing ample time for preparation that includes reflection on session topics, question formulation, and information gathering to foster meaningful participation. Scheduling should accommodate learners' diverse schedules and time zone differences, aiming for sessions with a manageable group size of five to six and not exceeding a 30-minute total duration, inclusive of time for social interaction at the start and end. Communication strategies include personalizing responses, controlling the pace of text chat by breaking down long responses, and, where feasible, utilizing video conferencing tools to enhance engagement and facilitate… >>>

Online instructors must project their authority through multiple means. This is important in order to deliver effective material and meet objectives, while ensuring the students feel incorporated into the process. 

E-learning offers a unique learning environment that requires structure to be successful. It is paramount that instructors/professors are aware of the uniqueness of e-learning and be prepared to teach in this environment.