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Creating Authentic Discussion Boards

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Discussion Boards are a popular way to assess students in an online learning environment. These spaces are designed for conversation among students and faculty alike. Many students have not been taught how to participate in an asynchronous learning environment, this includes creating meaningful discussion posts. This session will cover how to make them more engaging,…

Online Instruction: How Can Media Richness Theory and Social Presence Theory Help Me Improve?

Bartlett Theatre HPC 701 E. 2nd Street, Pomona

Attrition rates are 10% to 20% higher in online courses than their face-to-face counterparts. While online course formats offer convenient methods of instruction, poor course development often leads to high attrition rates. This facilitated discussion explores how applying Media Richness Theory (MRT) and Social Presence Theory to online course design and instruction can aid overall…