Getting Ready To Learn Online

Welcome!While you are waiting…

Using Chat:

What are your expectations for this class?

Using Whiteboard Tools:

Draw a picture!

Learn How to Learn Online

Program Objectives

• Define the role of a synchronous learner

• Utilize WebEx tools for online collaboration

• Identify ways to create an effective learning environment

Participant’s Panel

• Participant List• Raise Hand

Let’s Chat

• Type chat• Send to:

– All Participants– Privately

Whiteboard Tools

Lines andarrows

Highlighter and pencilPointers

Text Drawshapes

Change fontcolor

Eraser

In your environment what might prevent you from being a successful online learner?

e.g.

Rushing to class

What ideas do you have to make your environment more effective?

1 minute chat exercise

The Effective Learning Environment

Notify co-workers you will be in a class

Post a sign indicating when class will be over

Ignore people around you who are signaling for attention

Use a headset instead of speakers

Remove all tasks and distractions from your desk:• Close e-mail, turn off telephone ringer, iPods and

cell phones

Role of Participant

Make sure the technology works

Understand the environment

Participate

Questions? Comments?