Online learning is sought after for its perks–convenience and flexibility are chief among them. However, it is not without its challenges. The lack of interaction and socialization could deter some students from attempting this type of learning experience. Palloff and Pratt note that “the online environment can be a lonely place…students and faculty alike report feelings of isolation when working online” (2007). Collaborative activity can help diminish those feelings of isolation by “purposefully connecting learners with one another through various learning activities” (Palloff and Pratt, 2007, p. 158).
Respond to the following:
Collaborative activities are often incorporated into the curriculum for online courses. Group work facilitates learner-to-learner interaction which can enrich the learning experience. There are some challenges associated with collaborative work in the online setting. Give 2 challenges and offer a strategy for addressing those challenges. In light of those challenges, is it worth it to incorporate collaborative assignments into the coursework? Why or why not?
Post your initial discussion input by Wednesday.
By Sunday, read through your colleagues postings and respond to 2 or more of them by:
- asking a question
- elaborating on a point they raised
- offering a suggestion from personal experience
Learner-to-learner interaction provides another layer to the educative experience. Photo from leapagency.com
Access the discussion post rubric here.
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