When we teach online, it is important to consider the tools we use, the purpose of assessments and learning activities and how they align with our learning objectives, and how we can encourage active learning. We know that both students and faculty can be overwhelmed with weekly discussion boards, and these discussions can seem onerous if they are all about checking whether or not students have done their reading. Rather, we are looking to mimic the fluidity and the engagement we have in face-to-face class discussions and to promote students' internal motivation for participating. First, we need to identify our purpose(s) for using the discussion tool (assessment or learning activity) and then we need strateigies to promote active learning.
- Subject:
- Educational Technology
- Material Type:
- Module
- Author:
- Caran Howard
- Date Added:
- 02/07/2019