There are countless benefits of creating online communities. Learn how to build community involvement and interaction through discussion boards and social media.
- [Instructor] It is such an exciting moment…to be teaching in the online space…because of the reach you have to different…learners all over the world.…Think about it.…For the first time in history,…someone in a remote part of Bhutan…could be working on a trigonometry problem…with another student in Iceland.…The collaboration of unique perspectives…and ideas is transforming the way we learn together.…It is a rich resource to use in your instruction.…Well, that's all fine and good,…but how do you actually provide learners…an opportunity to engage with each other?…One essential tool to consider when building…your online community is discussion boards.…
Discussion boards, when used well,…can turn and e-learning experience…into a dynamic playground.…Here are opportunities discussion boards can offer learners.…First, participation without the pressure…of being in the spotlight.…Second, time to consider…what they wanna say before they say it.…Third, exposure to their peers' thoughts and opinions.…Fourth, conversations between people from different cultures…
Author
Samantha Calamari
Released
9/12/2018- Recognize features of an LMS.
- Recall the features of backward design.
- Identify the emphasis of andragogy.
- Name the characteristics of an online learner.
- Explain how to determine instructional tone.
- Recognize examples of accessibility.
- Recall which gamification strategy empowers learners almost immediately?
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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1. What Is Elearning?
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2. Applying ID Models and Theories
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Applying ADDIE4m 58s
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Applying SAM2m 12s
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Applying backward design1m 26s
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Applying andragogy2m 33s
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3. Organizing the Learning Experience
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Defining your learner1m 56s
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4. Designing Elearning Content
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Improving engagement3m 29s
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Using multimedia tools3m 40s
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Integrating gamification2m 45s
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5. Designing Interactivity
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Creating an online presence1m 58s
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6. Designing Assessments
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Conclusion
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Next steps55s
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