Writing Discussion Forum Questions
Creating engaging discussion forum questions is not as difficult as it may seem. As the instructor of your course, you are the subject matter expert because of your educational background…
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Developing Deep Reflection in Discussion Boards
One of the most prominent features of an online classroom is the discussion board. When used effectively, discussion boards can be a key factor in fostering student engagement and motivation.…
Read ArticleAsynchronous vs. Synchronous Communication in the Online Classroom
There has been a great deal of research on asynchronous versus synchronous modalities in online education. Overall, researchers have found that the best approach to online education is one that…
Sample Discussion Board Ground Rules
Students who are unfamiliar with an online learning environment may not understand the importance of discussion forums, or they may find it difficult to participate. Some students may simply be…
Holding Synchronous Online Office Hours
Research indicates that instructor presence in an online course directly impacts students’ learning outcomes. Hosting synchronous online office hours is one way you can build presence in your course because…
Establishing Presence: Quick Tips
“The importance of creating a sense of presence in online teaching and learning environments cannot be overestimated.” –– Lehman and Conceição, 2010, p. viii The degree to which students in…
Engagement in Online Courses
Enhancing engagement in the online classroom often focuses on instructional materials. Instructors often ask themselves questions like, how can the material be more exciting? Can material be chunked better? Can…