Here is another great article from our Andrea.
After 12 years of teaching online in both synchronous and asynchronous classrooms, I’ve come to realize that student engagement is the lifeblood on virtual learning. I’ve also learned that creativity is the key to successful student engagement.
Whether you’re new to online teaching or have been doing it for years, all of us need a refresher from time to time.
#1 – USE A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)
Your class needs a headquarters. You can’t simply email students assignments and expect everyone to stay organized. That’s why I recommend teachers use a Learning Management System. An LMS organizes both you and your students so that you can meet all your course objectives.
What is an LMS?
Think of a Learning Management System as a virtual classroom where you can deliver and track online learning. Lectures and reading assignments are stored there. Students find and turn in their assignments there. Teachers grade everything there. If you’re not using an LMS, you’re missing out. Nothing will organize your class more quickly than loading everything into an LMS.
Here are some of my favorite Learning Management Systems: