Mod 1 How To Learn Online

Question 1

Course content

Answer 1

Course content: the facts,theories, principles, and concepts, that are taught and learned in a specific academic course

Course content is delivered throughout lectures, lab assignments, required reading, seminars workshops online coursework

Question 2

Learning environments and student instructor communications

Answer 2

Synchronous: learning occurs through face-to-face or online learning environment that allows instant messages or online meeting space.

Asynchronous: learning occurs through face-to-face or online learning environments also more learner-centered allows students to complete courses without constraints they may still ask questions but they may not get an immediate response.

Student-centered: learning provides time for students to think about concepts, receive feedback, and participate in discussions that activate their learning

Teacher centered: helps students become more confident of the fear of failure

Good student and instructor communication is vital to seceding in online learning

Question 3

Becoming an effective learner

Answer 3

Curiosity: prepares the brain for learning and helps students remember information that they consider not important

Planner habits: help keep better time management skills

Establish a routine as making lists, prioritizing tasks, scheduling time, etc

Question 4

Communication skills

Answer 4

Communication skills are vital to online learning

Tips for Good Online Communication Skills

Use school-provided tools

Use appropriate language

Use a courteous and respectful tone

Avoid writing in caps

Question 5

Pomodoro techniques

Answer 5

Pomodoro techniques: is a time management technique that uses a timer to break up work into the interval of 25 min light between breaks are 5 min

Pomordo technique tips

Time management method

Use a timer

25 min segments

Take short scheduled breaks

Question 6

The digital toolbox

Answer 6

Computer software applications

I.e. documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations

Audio and visual applications

I.e phones, tablets, zoom, Skype, screen capture,

Question 7

Group work and collaborating online

Answer 7

Social loafing vs Social cohesion

Social loafing: is when one or more group members fail to do their fair share of work within the group

Social cohesion: is the willingness of members of society to cooperate to survive

Collective efficacy: is the team’s belief that they are capable of organizing and working together toreach a goal

Question 8

Taking ownership of learning

Answer 8

Types of learners

Self-directed

Intrinsic motivation