Virtual Issues and Challenges
Discuss/Identify what research says about online learning the importance of knowing student learning styles Eligibility requirements to learn online Technical requirements/access to technology Self and Formal Assessment Motivation
Although the online learning environment is growing, graduation rates are not (Dray, Lowenthal, et al. 2011) Students need supports such the follow to have the best online learning experience: Online readiness tools Troubleshooting/FAQ Access to information in a timely manner
The student’s learning style should be identified to match the best individual instructional practices. These learning styles can be identified through a learning style quiz: learning-styles-quiz Types of Learning Styles and possible usage methods: Auditory & Visual – Podcast (with script), YouTube, Synchronous and Asynchronous sessions, Kinesthetic – project base assignments, interactive activities
Students and parents should be aware that online learning may not be the best instructional option. Sample modules, courses and quiz that provide online readiness: SORT Learn to Learn Course Cascadia Module Self assessment quiz (Are you ready?) ess.phphttp:// ess.php.
Student should have the minimum components: CUP (Computer System) Adequate amount of Ram Operating Systems (Window XP, Visa, Windows 7, etc.) Cable modem, LAN, DSL Web browser Real Media Acrobrat Reader Java, Quicktime resources/technical-requirements/ resources/technical-requirements/
Key ingredient in student achievement in the online learning environment Watch the clip of students discussing what they need to be motivated _detailpage&v=gObdT_-uR18 _detailpage&v=gObdT_-uR18
Dray, B., Lowenthal, P., Miszkiewicz, M., Primo, M., & Marczynsk, K. (2011). Developing on instrument to assess student readiness for online learning: a validation study. Distance Education, 32 (1),pp Martinez, S., Torres, H. & Giesel, V. (2006). Onlinestudentsupportservices.Retrieved on July 15, 2012 from