The benefits of interaction include higher learner
motivation, retention of material, sense of community, and clearer
understanding. So, plan to get your students involved with interaction
activities.
Instructor role
in facilitating interaction
The instructor’s role in facilitating interaction is important. In addition
to course design, it is the instructor’s use of interaction that makes a
difference for students participating in the web-based course by creating a
sense of community and collaboration among students.
Interactivity tips
- Be responsive
- Be competent online
- Organize the interaction
- Be specific
- Use the course syllabus and timetable to
lay out what is expected of the students for interactive learning
activities.
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More interactivity tips
- Participation - share different
perspectives, demonstrate application of knowledge, risk sharing tentative
ideas, and show interest in the educational experiences of other learners.
- Response - provide constructive feedback,
respond to questions without being repetitive, be a dependable small group
member, share positive remarks with others, and actively participate in
relevant dialog.
- Affective feedback - use learner’s names
during course work, provide a sense of community or belonging to others,
show patience, offer compliments, and encourage a learning atmosphere that
is affirming and supporting.
- Focused messaging - use concise on-line
statements and avoid excessive messages that do not contribute to learning
within the group.
Next, click the Applications link
above
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