Harnessing Social Networking Tools to Build Connectivity and Learning Community in Online Courses

Thursday, November 05, 2009 | 4:55PM–5:45PM | Meeting Room 304
Session Type: E09 Hybrid, Resources
Research indicates that one of most frequent complaints in online classes is poor communication with the instructor. We also know that the ability to build online learning community and connection with our students leads to greater satisfaction in online classes. How do we harness the capacity of new social networking tools to assist us in our educational efforts?

Presenters

  • Tanya Joosten

    Senior Scientist + Director, Digital Learning R&D + DETA Research Center, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Resources & Downloads

Discussion handout with articles and student ...
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Uploaded on 12/05/2009