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Comment on OTL201 Post 4 Video Intro by chague

chague — Wed, 03 Aug 2016 22:18:13 +0000

In reply to chague. Thanks Biggi. I think I figured it out! :)

Comment on OTL201 Post 4 Video Intro by Biggi

Biggi — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 01:02:39 +0000

Yes, just make it private on YouTube and post the link then. Only people with the link will be able to see it (and that should include your cohort colleagues).
Biggi

Comment on OTL101 Post 4 by chague

chague — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 18:54:40 +0000

In reply to chague. Hi Jessica, When I taught at a different educational setting, I absolutely loved it so I have no doubt it will be rewarding and feel as though I am in my element. Thanks for your encouraging words.

Comment on OTL101 Post 4 by Jessica Motherwell

Jessica Motherwell — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:26:09 +0000

I hope your teaching experience will be exciting and rewarding. Good luck as you start your new course.

Comment on OTL101 Reflections by Jessica Motherwell

Jessica Motherwell — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:21:56 +0000

Hi Georgann, Your post made me smile with recognition. Every August I think about the MASSIVE teaching workload that lies ahead in September. I find myself vowing every year to cut back and take better care of myself. But then I see just how well each student responds to one-on-one attention and all my self-care good intentions melt away. You are right, supporting students and making those connections take a lot of work. But don’t forget about all those beautiful “teachable moments” that will come your way and make your investment of time seem worth it. Good luck in your new course!

Comment on OTL 201 Post 1:Voice Intro and Photos by Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:17:43 +0000

HI Candace, I see you have posted a photo of the ocean as one of your “likes”. I feel the same way. The fragrance of the sea air always sets my mind and heart at ease. Thanks for sharing.

Comment on OTL101 Reflections by chague

chague — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:56:22 +0000

In reply to chague. Hi Georgann, Thanks for the response and sharing your experience. This is helpful. I like the idea of the regular morning check in and one more daily check in towards the end of the day. Likely very helpful to have those set times established and then they will become part of the daily routine. Much appreciated.

Comment on OTL101 Reflections by Georgann

Georgann — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 01:29:07 +0000

One would be how other part time instructors who are already juggling other careers, find the time to further educate themselves on teaching. I can simply ask other online instructors, which I have actually already started doing.

Juggling work, teaching, learning and family is a challenge for me, but it also helps me to empathize with the adult learners I am working with. Things go sideways and I try to support learners when this happens. For example, if someone ‘disappears’ from the course for more than 6 days, I send an email asking if they are OK and if they need any extra time to complete the course work. I also ask learners to let me know if they are experiencing challenges with time management so I can help them.

As for me, I try to log on every morning before work to see if anything needs immediate attention. Then, I log on again at least one more time each day to respond to posts, emails, and questions. I work on weekends, because that is when most learners are working. I also work when I travel because learners expect me to be online every day. If I am going to take the weekend (or a day) off, I let them know. I am pretty disciplined about setting aside time to be online daily. I hope this is helpful.