Get Your Students Hired
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Online Language: Communicating with Students --> Civility and Managing Overall Communication
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I like the idea of making clear expectations of what is appropriate and not appropriate for communicating online. Setting those boundaries ahead of time. You can get your point across and remain respectful which sometimes students' do not understand.
I've learned that clear communication guidelines, such as a Code of Conduct, are essential for a respectful online class. I'll focus on proactive management, setting expectations, and modeling good behavior. I'll utilize tools like FAQs to ensure that academic honesty is clearly understood. What are your top tips for creating an effective FAQ section?
I like the idea of posting the communication guidelines in the syllabus and having them take an "exam" on it, so they are aware of the expectations from the beginning. Too often instructors rely on students to read the syllabus or handbook, but do not make any additional efforts to ensure they read and understand the guidelines.
I really like the idea of not only have a code of conduct for communication and rules regarding communication but also a rubric. The rubric not only helps the students to see their participation, behavior, etc. correlated with a certain grade, but it also gives the instructor a fair guideline for feedback and grading. Communication is such a broad area with so many potential "gray" areas, a rubric really helps it to become more concrete.
There are a lot of different ways to communicate online picking the best one for your course that will be functional and allow for consistency is important.
This module has taught me how useful different digital communication tools can be for improving the learning experience. I now understand when to use tools like texting for one-on-one communication and teleconferencing for group discussions. The idea of getting feedback every three to five weeks has also shown me the value of continuous improvement.
Effective communication management is essential for student success and instructor efficiency in a culinary classroom. By setting clear guidelines and utilizing tools like discussion boards and FAQs, I can ensure students feel supported while minimizing communication overload. This approach improves learning and mirrors the teamwork and organization necessary in a professional culinary environment.
It is important to have clear and detailed communication from all parties (I2S, S2I and S2S). Having a detailed outline and using a tool such as a ruberic really helps provide a resource that allows others to check their progress as they move through the assignment to ensure they are not missing any pieces of important information.
There are some things that may seem like common sense to one individual, but another individual has not learned the appropriate behavior. We need to take the time to explain expectations to set the same standard for all students.
Effective communication is the cornerstone of a productive and engaging learning environment, especially in an instructional setting. As an educator, it’s crucial to establish a clear, concise, and well-defined communication code of conduct that sets the tone for respectful interactions, promotes collaboration, and fosters a positive atmosphere for learning.
This section offers valuable insights and practical resources to guide you in crafting a communication framework tailored to your course. By implementing these strategies, you can ensure that expectations are transparent, misunderstandings are minimized, and students feel encouraged to actively participate and engage with the material and their peers. Whether you’re designing a new course or refining an existing one, the tools provided here will help you build a foundation for effective and respectful communication that supports both your teaching objectives and your students’ success.
Communicating the guidelines is important. Including guidelines for appropriateness, participation and expectations.
Understand the rules and regulations to establish a community of learning. Learn to manage the process of communication, code of conduct,
It is essential to communicate with students while maintaining a respectful and polite demeanor in daily interactions. Additionally, this communication should be characterized by courtesy, consideration, and respect. It is necessary to create environments where students feel valued and heard, leading to more productive dialogues and conflict resolution, which ultimately makes the learning process more effective.
These sessions have helped in understanding communication for students - each level I2S, S2I and S2S is important, and there are definite ways to make the communication more inclusive and beneficial for all. I will definitely be utilizing some of these key concepts.
Guidelines for communication or Communication Codes of Conduct help students understand communication rules and consequences for not following the rules. When developing a Communication Code of Conduct there is a need to investigate appropriate netiquette and online communication rules which is essential in developing a code that works. We must also review the course and determine the most appropriate methods for communication.
I learned in this module that it is important to set expectations for digital communication. One may assume that students would know proper netiquette but setting a standard before communication begins, can prevent break downs in communication.