Threaded discussions are the most valuable part of your online class. Provide motivation, support, and feedback for discussions by thanking students and summarizing points. Provide clear policies on when and how you will be available. Let students know when you go on vacation or will be unavailable for a few days. Engage the Learner Create activities where students integrate new ideas with existing knowledge.
Students can become overwhelmed by the vastness of resources on the Internet.
Be specific when asking them to find resources on the web. Make students responsible for their learning by asking them to summarize the weeks discussion, take a lead of a discussion, or teach others a concept. Student-Centered Techniques Traditional lectures don't work online. You will need to provide students with information but you must get them involved in discovering the concepts and knowledge. Use metaphors, examples, and real-life examples to explain text material.