Digital Tools and Effective Strategies for Student Engagement in the online classroom

1. Did you know that "Most online students, even those who are successful , will tell you it takes an extra dose of motivation to stay on top of there assignments compares to the traditional classroom" as one of the online students, who is actually going through this for the very first time I'd like to think that is the truth.

2. Although there are a lot of advantages to being in face to face classroom atmosphere it is also rewards in taking on line classes especially if you are the usual on line student who has a family and a career going on in your life you need to be able to move at your own pace. there is also a study that has been done , they found that if the teacher is perceived to be approachable, well prepared, and sensitive to students needs, students are committed to work harder, get more out of the session, and are more willing to express they opinion. ( 10 ways to promote student engagement. by Mary Ellen Weimer, PHD July 26th 2012

3. Did you know that engaging in supportive services will also help you when your not working with another team mate or group. I guess it would be safe to say that it is definitely a challenge to keep yourself motivated and the drive you need to be successful and complete an online course.