Components of the 21st Century Classroom

Components of the 21st Century Classroom

Thursday, June 12, 2014

More Power to You- Communicating Online: Who, What, When, How, and Why
      For online discussions to be effective, students must feel free to share their thoughts and feel that their opinions are respected. Clear guidelines must be established to make online discussions between students successful. This communication is important to collaborate with peers. A safe place for online discussion will enhance the sense of community within an online class. I will share a few tips with you on how to establish proper communication.
      Reading postings and comments thoroughly and carefully to avoid confusion. Compliment your peers with they contribute excellent thoughts and ideas. Ask questions if any topics need clarification. Be considerate of your tone and use direct language, avoiding using all capital letters as it may be perceived as yelling. Keep an open mind. Proofread before posting to make sure your ideas are clearly conveyed.

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