T4LT - Online Student Engagement Tips and Strategies

10 ideas to begin the sharing of student engagement strategies in online courses. Some low to no-tech ideas are included in this episode. And while we mention online courses specifically (we work in the distance learning department), many of the techniques apply to on-ground and blended courses as well. Join in the conversation and post a comment with your own thoughts on engaging students.

1. Call/Text Students
2. Require Regular Logins
3. Act on Report Data
4. Create Meaningful & Relevant Assignments
5. Explain Your Expectations
6. Assess Online Learning Readiness
7. Time Management Training
8. Assignment Variety & Ownership
9. Add a Live Element
10. Personalize Communication

Is Online Learning Right for You?
http://www.kirkwood.edu/site/index.php?p=14949

Managing Your Time
http://www.kirkwood.edu/site/index.php?p=14950

STEMTech 2010 Wikis Episode

In this episode, Jo and Meg from Queensborough Community College showcase their collection of professional development wikis. A wiki is a collaborative web site and can be used for many educational purposes. In addition to the collaborative editing tools, a history of changes is also a key feature of any wiki.

SITES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Queensborough Community College Wikis
http://www3.qcc.cuny.edu/DotWiki/Default.aspx

Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

Wikipedia Lamest Edit Wars (Information is Beautiful)
http://www.informationisbeautiful.net/visualizations/wikipedia-lamest-edit-wars/

FREE WIKI CREATION SITES
http://www.wikispaces.com/
http://www.wetpaintcentral.com/
http://www.wiki-site.com/

Do you have a wiki you prefer?