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Securing the Success Securing the Success of Your Online of Your Online
StudentsStudents
Toosdhi M. McGowan,
EMBA, MPH, MSW, CHES
SDICCCA Intern
March 31, 2006
ObjectivesObjectivesIdentify potential barriers to student
online success
Create a 360 degree feedback loop between instructor and students
Integrate student-centered tools to course web pages
Who Takes Online Courses?Who Takes Online Courses?First-time studentsReturning studentsWorking studentsStudents with familiesStudents who travel frequentlyStudents with limited transportation
optionsStudents with limited physical abilitiesActive duty military
Unclear instructions given
by instructorPoor student preparationDead linksToo many clicksSoftware incompatibilityEquipment limitations
Potential BarriersPotential Barriers
360 Degree Feedback Loop360 Degree Feedback LoopClearly outline expectationsIdentify preferred/most
effective communication methods
24 hour maximum response time on emails
Discussion board/thread specifically for course questions or concerns
Tips/examples of effective emails
Effective EmailsEffective EmailsSubject line – Course numberInclude nameQuestions at the beginning of the emailMultiple questions/concerns – number
the itemsPost examples of effective and
ineffective emailsSpelling/grammar check
Effective EmailEffective Email Good Evening Professor McGowan,
I am writing because I have two questions: (1) How do I change my email address? My email address is [email protected]. I would like to have it changed so that I can receive the appropriate emails. (2) I was looking at my grade and noticed that I did not get full credit on my discussions for unit 1. Can you clarify and/or double check to see if I did it correctly? Thank you very much for your time in advance!
Heather B. [email protected]
Ineffective EmailIneffective Email Professor McGowan,
I wanted to share with you a concern that I might have with this course. Along with being a full-time first year teacher I run two programs on campus. Right now I am in the middle of my dance teams competitive season. On February 18 we will be in at our USA regional competition. We typically leave on the bus around 6am and don't return home until 10pm. I'm concerned because we have our School Health Laws project due that day plus our regular discussions. Is there anyway I can turn the project in on Sunday or on presidents day? I will do my best to stay ahead of schedule but I wanted to tell you about my situation early on in the class. Thank you, Cameo F.
Student Centered Web PagesStudent Centered Web PagesIntroduction/ice breaker discussion
board
Post important documents in multiple areas on the website
Troubleshooting methods for website problems readily available
Student Centered Web PagesStudent Centered Web Pages
Leave announcements on website for entire course
Encourage students to use classmates as resources
“Water cooler” discussion board
Water Cooler Discussion BoardWater Cooler Discussion BoardCSET Exchange
I noticed that a lot of you have taken the CSET or portions of it and a lot of you will be taking the exam in the near future. Please use this board to post questions and provide resources regarding the CSET, the RICA or any other exam. I am sure that your classmates will be very grateful. Good luck to all of you on those exams and thank you in advance for sharing your knowledge!:-)Prof. Mc
RecommendationsRecommendationsALWAYS instruct students to complete
Orientation/Training courseSyllabus reviewCheck all web linksAsk someone to navigate your courseTest assignmentMotivate your studentsShare something personal
Motivate, Encourage and InspireMotivate, Encourage and Inspire Hello all,
Everyone did exceptionally well on the Health Lesson Plan Critique assignment. I'm looking forward to more of the same on the School Health Laws. Keep up the great work!Prof. Mc
~Take up leisure activities that please and satisfy you.~
Teachers are People Too!Teachers are People Too! Hi Class,
I've been an adjunct professor with NU for over four years. I have lost track of how many times I have taught this class both on ground and online. I have also taught the class using iLinc. In my full time job I work for the County of San Diego in the Health and Human Services Agency as a contract administrator. In my free time I enjoy reading, playing basketball, quilting and of course, teaching teachers about health education.;-)
Prof. Mc
GratitudeGratitude Prof. McGowan,
I very much enjoyed taking this course from you. Do you teach other online courses at NU? If so, and I can request to be placed in your class, I'd like to do so.
Best regards,
Ruth L.
