announce the time and date for synchronous online activities.
B. Provide clear
and detailed instructions for online discussions.
C. Set clear
expectations for student online activities.
If a synchronous format is selected, make sure students are
given the time and date for online meetings.
students are in different time zones, keep this in mind and
make sure they are given the correct time (and possibly date)
for the discussion. Remind students that any posting can become
a legal document, therefore they need to be careful in the
way they word responses.
Show students how to lead an online discussion and how to
moderate it by example. Encourage students to take charge
of and lead online discussions. Be prepared to moderate or
intercede when necessary.