Get Your Students Hired
I learned that there are several different ways to connect with learners even if you are not in the classroom evironment. This module helped me prepare building relationships with students in order to create an environment of authority, relationship and acknowledge any conflicts as they arise. This will help with an encouraging and influencial learning environment for all.
I learned how to build an relationship with my online students and how important it is to do this.
I am going to create a short biography. Plus make a list of what is required for studenst biographies.
This is something I already do with my studentsso that we can relate to each other.
Establishing a rapport with the students by allowing them to state and post a bio at the beginning is a nice way to start the course off.
Intruction of myself to the students is key. Establishing my authority and history of my expertise will allow the students to have confidence in who they are receiving coarse content from. Making the students feel comfortable and confident in the coarse of study will help potentiate learning.
For fully online courses it is easy for students to feel there is no "real" person behind the course, so finding ways to convey personality, presence, and authority is crucial for student success. In 2020 there are virtual ways to create the same student/instructor relationships we would in an on-ground course.
That an on-line instructor need be one who can influence, persuade, inspire and energize students just like in a regular classroom.
I have learned that participation in discussions and chat session is very important in the online learning environment; I will incorporate this aspect into my teaching and make my presence know on a regular basis by posting scheduled reminders for my students.
Introduce yourself as a instructor. This lets the student know what experience you are bringing to the table. Being a SME is everything in e-learning.
Introduce yourself and create a short bio of self and also have students do the same the first week of class. This will reduce the jitters and set a welcomng environment moving forward.
I have learned it is vital to project your presence in an online learning environment. I intend to apply what I have learned by ensuring:
(1) I answer student questions as soon as possible and provide feedback that is constructive and comprehensible.
(2) Send scheduled reminders for upcoming deadlines for assignments.
Asserting authority isn't difficult, and acknowledging all students as unique individuals is a must.
A good way to project your presence is to let your students know about your credentials, experience professionaly and personally. This way the student may have a common thread to relate to you.
Posting information about myself as well as having students do the same will enable me to build a better relationship with my students!
By having synchronous interactions. By providing information about my credentials, exeriences and hobbies, by replying in a timely manner and by emailing students individually early in the course
Projecting a positive and up front presence as an instructor is important to maintain a good on-line learning environment.