We should also consider the various learning styles of students and how this might influence choices in presenting course content online. It's important to be aware of the different learning styles and recognize opportunities to present information in a different way to help a student understand. Learning Styles Visual (spatial) meaning that your students may prefer using pictures, images, and spatial understanding in which case you might want to incorporate images or graphics in some of your content – this can be done via PowerPoint presentations Aural (auditory-musical) meaning that your students may prefer using sound and music in which case you might want to include some short audio clips. Verbal (linguistic) meaning that your students may prefer using words, both in speech and writing which is easily presented in this venue since most content defaults to a text-based format Physical (kinesthetic) which means your students may prefer using their body, hands and sense of touch. Unfortunately unless you have some hands-on assignments or activities you can develop and then ask your students to report their experiences, may prove difficult to accommodate in this style Logical (mathematical) meaning that your students may prefer using logic, reasoning and systems in which case you would engage them in dialogue in the threaded discussions using a variety of questioning techniques such as “Have you thought of this possibility? Or “What are your thoughts about…?”. Social or interpersonal preferences meaning that your students may prefer to learn in groups or with other people. The eCollege platform allows us to assign group work to accommodate this learning style. Then there’s the threaded discussion where, if you successfully foster a sense of community through the use of something like a peer review requirement, your students will actively add that value-added component to the educational experience for all. Solitary (intrapersonal) meaning your students prefer to work alone or prefer self-study. This is accomplished via individual assignments such as homework, research assignment, journal entries, or individual projects.