For the mind does not require filling . . . it only requires kindling to create in it an impulse to think independently and an ardent desire for the truth. —Plutarch
In a previous blog post I wrote about the educator’s online presence in discussion forums. This blog entry focuses on writing discussion prompts that cultivate distance learning students’ active learning. Active learning depends on students being both socially and cognitively present, so it’s important to develop an array of prompts… Read more Cultivating community—prompting online discussions
When teaching an online course, the discussion forum is often your primary connection with learners. Thoughtfully and actively managing the discussion forums can elevate the level of course conversations. Unlike the casual comments that might get tossed off in the classroom, students whose comments are evaluated in a forum are… Read more Cultivating community through online discussions