Sarah Bassett

Code of conduct for communication can eliminate dissing others.

Professors need to understand the technology available to them when communicating with students.

Monitor student engagement to keep them on track.

Comparing the variables for synchronous and asynchronous discussions.

Professor presence lets students know faculty support is readily available.

Students can become frustrated if the platfrom is not working.

Instructional design and components is what makes online learning successful.

Online courses should be set up methodically and well-presented so students have a clear understanding of the course content and expectations. 

Online students are "forced" into conversations, especially on discussion boards. Always use a rubric for guidance and grading.

Intellectual interaction.