Monday, January 19, 2009
Feedback Video comments
I feel as a teacher that we get so busy, that we have little time to give meaningful feedback. I feel this video made me aware how important it is to take the time to give the students information that will help them grow. Not only telling the students what they did wrong, but also what the did right. Giving them concrete advise on how to improve will benefit both the teacher and the student. I was surprised that some students said they didn't get any feedback. In an online course, I feel I have more time with the student one on one and I am able to give them more feedback than in a regular class room setting. There are so many interruptions and sidebar discussions in face to face classes, in online classes we are not distracted by the other students so we can focus on the topic at hand.
Module Three Article Review
Module Three Article Reviews
Stephanie Sullinger-Dukarm
“Improving the Use of Discussion Boards”, Academic Technology Center, 2008, www.wpi.edu/Academic/ATC/Collboratory/Idea/board/benefits.html.
In the article, “Improving the Use of Discussion Boards”, the author give specific ideas on ways to engage the students in meaningful conversation in the discussion board. Using good discussion and moderation techniques, giving the students a rubric on how their posting will be assessed, and stating clear expectations for the discussion participation are all topics covered. Using role play, keeping a good balance of postings, and guided questioning will help the students stay interested. Empowering and encouraging the students will make even the shy students feel comfortable in participating. Providing sample postings and giving clear expectations and rubrics is good practice for having successful discussion boards. The information in the article about leading good discussions was very helpful, and the example of the rubric gave me some good ideas that I will incorporate in the painting class. I would have liked to see actual examples of postings and how to respond to them in the article. I would recommend this article; it contained valid, simple ideas that can make the discussion board more meaningful.
“Benefits of Using Discussion Boards in Your Classes”, Academic Technology Center, 2008, www.wpi.edu/Academic/ATC/Collboratory/Idea/board/benefits.html.
The positive aspects of discussion boards were the main emphasis in the article. Developing a sense of community, encouraging higher level thinking skills, and greater equity are all benefits of opening communication in online courses. Discussion boards give the students the opportunity to become more actively involved with other students in the class, and participate in meaningful forums based on the subject matter, and goals of the course. The students are more apt to participate in online discussions, than in a regular classroom setting. The students are given the chance to give their opinion without feeling overwhelmed or anxious. They are also able to be themselves without the chance of bias based on race or gender. I thought this article was helpful in giving a better perspective on the importance of including discussion boards in online courses. I would like to see more ideas to use in an art related course. I would recommend this article to someone just starting out in online teaching. The article gives good reasons why you need to develop a learning community to make the process more appealing and meaningful to the students.
Stephanie Sullinger-Dukarm
“Improving the Use of Discussion Boards”, Academic Technology Center, 2008, www.wpi.edu/Academic/ATC/Collboratory/Idea/board/benefits.html.
In the article, “Improving the Use of Discussion Boards”, the author give specific ideas on ways to engage the students in meaningful conversation in the discussion board. Using good discussion and moderation techniques, giving the students a rubric on how their posting will be assessed, and stating clear expectations for the discussion participation are all topics covered. Using role play, keeping a good balance of postings, and guided questioning will help the students stay interested. Empowering and encouraging the students will make even the shy students feel comfortable in participating. Providing sample postings and giving clear expectations and rubrics is good practice for having successful discussion boards. The information in the article about leading good discussions was very helpful, and the example of the rubric gave me some good ideas that I will incorporate in the painting class. I would have liked to see actual examples of postings and how to respond to them in the article. I would recommend this article; it contained valid, simple ideas that can make the discussion board more meaningful.
“Benefits of Using Discussion Boards in Your Classes”, Academic Technology Center, 2008, www.wpi.edu/Academic/ATC/Collboratory/Idea/board/benefits.html.
The positive aspects of discussion boards were the main emphasis in the article. Developing a sense of community, encouraging higher level thinking skills, and greater equity are all benefits of opening communication in online courses. Discussion boards give the students the opportunity to become more actively involved with other students in the class, and participate in meaningful forums based on the subject matter, and goals of the course. The students are more apt to participate in online discussions, than in a regular classroom setting. The students are given the chance to give their opinion without feeling overwhelmed or anxious. They are also able to be themselves without the chance of bias based on race or gender. I thought this article was helpful in giving a better perspective on the importance of including discussion boards in online courses. I would like to see more ideas to use in an art related course. I would recommend this article to someone just starting out in online teaching. The article gives good reasons why you need to develop a learning community to make the process more appealing and meaningful to the students.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Sense of Community articles
Module Two
Article Summary
Stephanie Sullinger-Dukarm
January 11, 2009
Bibliography for articles
Bridging the Divide: From Outsider to Insider in Online Learning, Janice Holman, 2007, http://www.cvc.edu/faculty/articles-opinions/posts/bridging-the-divide-from-outsider-to-insider-in-online-learning.
Icebreakers, Virgil E. Varvel Jr., 2002, http://www.ion.illinois.edu/resources/pointersclickers/2002_01/index.asp.
Your online voice: How can you set the tone?, Martha Vasquez, 2003, https://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/index.cfm?i=35433&CFID=3967939&CFTOKEN=97955952
The first article, Bridging the Divide from Outsider to Insider in Online Learning by Janice Holman discusses the idea of creating a sense of community in online courses. Students have a higher chance of being successful in a course if they feel like part of a community of learners, rather than feeling isolated. It is the instructor’s responsibility to facilitate discussions and assignments that will include all students, and make each one feel like an important part of the group. Students that are active will be more successful and have a better learning experience. Developing collaborative and interactive activities will bring the outsider student into the class, and make the course more meaningful.
The article states, “An attractive feature of online learning is it’s “flexibility of identity-one can adopt a new persona with each and every interaction” (Kollock, p.2). The building and development of “self” is necessary to a successful online social presence, and the forming stage is essential in building a sense of community and moving from an outsider to an insider within the social community.” I feel this statement is helpful to educators in making them aware that students need the opportunity to feel part of a community, and that even in online courses, the instructor needs to be sensitive to the individual needs of the students socially as well as academically.
I would recommend this article to online educators, it is important for instructors to stay educated on subjects that will help their students become for successful. The educator needs to keep learning and adjusting the curriculum to meet the needs of the students and make them feel part of the learning process.
In the article “Icebreakers” by Virgil E. Varvel Jr., the author discusses the idea of incorporating an introduction activity that is meaningful, attached to a goal, and fits the students in the class. The instructor should choose an activity that facilitates introductions, tests prior knowledge, assesses environment creation or fosters group unity; topic segues, prepares the students or energizes. The students will benefit from icebreakers because they will engage in an activity with their peers, and give them an opportunity to get to know each other. Icebreakers can also give the instructor a snapshot of the student’s personalities and academic abilities.
This article is beneficial to online educators, because it gives a specific idea to engage the students and get them energized early. The article states, “There are many small group theories that describe the stages of group development from a collection of individuals to a cohesive whole…. But to achieve this level, the individuals in a group must get to know one another and an environment must be created in which everyone feels open to discussion and friendliness.” This statement is valid; people need to feel welcome, before they will feel safe to engage in meaningful conversations with their peers.
I would recommend this article to a fellow educator; the resources listed in the article are very helpful for actual icebreaking activities. These activities can be incorporated meaningfully into online learning.
Your online voice: How can you set the tone? by Martha Vasquez states that an online educator’s voice should encourage, motivate, and support the learners. Their online voice should promote a safe and inviting learning environment that leads to an increase in participation and fostering of relationships. The instructor needs to pay attention to how their words come across to the student, because in online learning they can’t use nonverbal cues. Their tone should address everyone, neglect no one. Students’ shouldn’t feel left out or belittled. The educator’s should reveal a little about themselves, have a sense of humor and be flexible. Feedback should be given in a constructive manner that gives the student insight in what they did right or wrong, not just general statements.
I feel an educator would benefit from reading this article. So many times we are in such a hurry, we don’t take the time to make meaningful comments to students. It is important for students to get information that will make them feel good about themselves and help them grow academically. I would recommend this article; it gives the instructor that thought to be empathic towards the student’s needs.
Article Summary
Stephanie Sullinger-Dukarm
January 11, 2009
Bibliography for articles
Bridging the Divide: From Outsider to Insider in Online Learning, Janice Holman, 2007, http://www.cvc.edu/faculty/articles-opinions/posts/bridging-the-divide-from-outsider-to-insider-in-online-learning.
Icebreakers, Virgil E. Varvel Jr., 2002, http://www.ion.illinois.edu/resources/pointersclickers/2002_01/index.asp.
Your online voice: How can you set the tone?, Martha Vasquez, 2003, https://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/index.cfm?i=35433&CFID=3967939&CFTOKEN=97955952
The first article, Bridging the Divide from Outsider to Insider in Online Learning by Janice Holman discusses the idea of creating a sense of community in online courses. Students have a higher chance of being successful in a course if they feel like part of a community of learners, rather than feeling isolated. It is the instructor’s responsibility to facilitate discussions and assignments that will include all students, and make each one feel like an important part of the group. Students that are active will be more successful and have a better learning experience. Developing collaborative and interactive activities will bring the outsider student into the class, and make the course more meaningful.
The article states, “An attractive feature of online learning is it’s “flexibility of identity-one can adopt a new persona with each and every interaction” (Kollock, p.2). The building and development of “self” is necessary to a successful online social presence, and the forming stage is essential in building a sense of community and moving from an outsider to an insider within the social community.” I feel this statement is helpful to educators in making them aware that students need the opportunity to feel part of a community, and that even in online courses, the instructor needs to be sensitive to the individual needs of the students socially as well as academically.
I would recommend this article to online educators, it is important for instructors to stay educated on subjects that will help their students become for successful. The educator needs to keep learning and adjusting the curriculum to meet the needs of the students and make them feel part of the learning process.
In the article “Icebreakers” by Virgil E. Varvel Jr., the author discusses the idea of incorporating an introduction activity that is meaningful, attached to a goal, and fits the students in the class. The instructor should choose an activity that facilitates introductions, tests prior knowledge, assesses environment creation or fosters group unity; topic segues, prepares the students or energizes. The students will benefit from icebreakers because they will engage in an activity with their peers, and give them an opportunity to get to know each other. Icebreakers can also give the instructor a snapshot of the student’s personalities and academic abilities.
This article is beneficial to online educators, because it gives a specific idea to engage the students and get them energized early. The article states, “There are many small group theories that describe the stages of group development from a collection of individuals to a cohesive whole…. But to achieve this level, the individuals in a group must get to know one another and an environment must be created in which everyone feels open to discussion and friendliness.” This statement is valid; people need to feel welcome, before they will feel safe to engage in meaningful conversations with their peers.
I would recommend this article to a fellow educator; the resources listed in the article are very helpful for actual icebreaking activities. These activities can be incorporated meaningfully into online learning.
Your online voice: How can you set the tone? by Martha Vasquez states that an online educator’s voice should encourage, motivate, and support the learners. Their online voice should promote a safe and inviting learning environment that leads to an increase in participation and fostering of relationships. The instructor needs to pay attention to how their words come across to the student, because in online learning they can’t use nonverbal cues. Their tone should address everyone, neglect no one. Students’ shouldn’t feel left out or belittled. The educator’s should reveal a little about themselves, have a sense of humor and be flexible. Feedback should be given in a constructive manner that gives the student insight in what they did right or wrong, not just general statements.
I feel an educator would benefit from reading this article. So many times we are in such a hurry, we don’t take the time to make meaningful comments to students. It is important for students to get information that will make them feel good about themselves and help them grow academically. I would recommend this article; it gives the instructor that thought to be empathic towards the student’s needs.
Welcome
Hi,
Welcome to your painting blog. We will be able to communicate and share our ideas and techniques on this site. There are endless possibilities when using such a versitle art media. Take some time to research artists, and art styles that you are interested in and share your findings with your classmates. Inspiration can come from many different sources, so don't limit yourself to what you already know, see what others can teach you.
Ms. Dukarm
Welcome to your painting blog. We will be able to communicate and share our ideas and techniques on this site. There are endless possibilities when using such a versitle art media. Take some time to research artists, and art styles that you are interested in and share your findings with your classmates. Inspiration can come from many different sources, so don't limit yourself to what you already know, see what others can teach you.
Ms. Dukarm
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