Well, after several attempts to get the assignment for this week correct, it finally dawned on me to find and follow directions on the learning modules. This creates empathy for my online students in courses I have taught who claim they didn't find the directions, etc.
My perceptions of online learning are colored by the fact that I have created learning modules, discussions, calendars, etc. with help from people, but not really knowing how or feeling confident or creative in what I have done. I feel that online learning involves more time than onsite learning, but enables the student to take a more active role. I still feel "shaky" about technical aspects, though. I am a war baby and we (WWII babies) read a lot and don't necessarily like computer games, blogs, web pages, etc. However, as a teacher, I need to meet my students' needs. So in this class, I hope to learn how to be more comfortable with the technical aspect of online classes and to find resources to improve my own online classes. One of my difficulties is finding group work that is interesting and promotes student interaction. I really need to gain knowledge in this area.
Friday, January 9, 2009
What I didn't know about blogs
I was so excited that I actually created a weblog-with lots of blood sweat and tears that I didn't realize (being a novice techie) that the author is supposed to post material. So-here goes. Since I am new to the blogosphere, does anyone have ideas on how to use this for students in a class that is currently ongoing-with the blogger author being the teacher. Have blogs been used to post announcements, elicit anonymous comments, etc. I am not sure how a teacher can use a blog.
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