A greater percentage of the final grade may be based on the learning activities described above, rather than on exams. How to handle electronic interactions. Typical e-mail discussions not only generate too much mail, they also lead to superficial opinion exchanges. I find it more satisfying to use asynchronous computer conferencing with a focus on teamwork and academic deliverables. In an asynchronous electronic conference, students can post messages and work on group projects when it is most convenient for them.
Materials are always available for annotation and update.
How to provide information other than through lectures. Simply putting lecture notes on a Web site is not enough. Online tutorials and slide shows help, as do textbooks, articles, and links to Web sites. What to put on the home page. You might also include a site map and a search field.