Maximize the Learning Experience in a Virtual Environment

Learning Activity

In this activity, you will explore different ways you can support student learning in a virtual environment. Engaging students presents a particular challenge when instruction is online and it is important to reflect and consider new approaches to maximize student potential. 

Key themes include:

• Keeping instructions clear and simple
• Fostering community amongst the virtual students
• Checking in regularly
• Making it enjoyable! 

Review the resources and then write a 4-5 sentence reflection on how you can look to maximize learning in a virtual environment. What do you think it is important to remain focused on and what do you find supports student learning best in online learning.

Resources

Five Ways to Engage Students in an Online Learning Environment

12 Strategies to Engage Students in a Virtual Environment

Using a Class Google Site to Improve Organization and Engagement

7 Tips for Teaching with Videos

21 Online Classroom Games, Activities and Ideas in 2021