Be aware of your students ability to use active learning tools. also be aware that they may be anxious about the use of the technology. Communicate with them consistently and set expectations. Help them with time management issues. Let your students be creative since it is the highest form of learning.
Student centered focus vs. faculty centered focus is considered best practice.
That professors need to use rubrics to be efficient
I have learned that grading rubrics are essential in alleviating confusion and frustration for instructors and students
Great unit! I really enjoyed the "low risk" engagement strategies you provided -- I can begin using these immediately.
Rubrics are great for explaining grading expectations
From this module, I learned that an important tool that students lack when it comes to online courses is time management. Especially when active learning is a key objective, I can help guide the students by giving direction to be successful in the course.
Rubrics can decrease the stress of assessments. Group projects help students to work together as well as teach them to contribute to the group as a whole. Each student may have their own strengths which can be beneficial when working together.
In my online setting, I always try to avoid group presentations because of issues with work schedules and complicated makeup times. However, I do see the benefit from an active learning perspective. This allows me to be the facilitator, but help the students understand and demonstrate the material in a way that is very hands-on. Using rubrics to assist with group activities is a great idea. This can help force responsibility on each member of the group as well as how do they interact as a whole.
