Establish a good relationship with your students and with each other. make a discussion/biography about yourselves and have the students create one so they get to know you and other students behind the screen.

This part showed me that there's a lot more to teaching online than just sitting/standing there instructing. There's an immense amount of communication and more structure and discipline needed on both ends of the screen.

Understanding how to navigate the CMS is important for all parties. Knowing the roles and expectations and ensuring that instructors and other support staff understand the management system and adhere to the rules is important so that the students have consistency and know what to expect.    

Online courses can be a challenge due to the different types of learners there are. Policy and procedures must be followed to a tee so as each student has the opportunity to learn.

Being prepared for the asynchronous learning by posting all the information needed for the students. Be available for discussion at different times to accommodate everyone.

Lead, Teach, Inspire

Show me, Watch me, Teach 

Understanding the difference between asynchronous and synchronous instruction is crucial to the delivery of the course content. It is also important for the students to participate in both methods for the instructor to get a better understanding of how the students are progressing

Getting to know your students and have them learn about you on the first day through an icebreaker discussion. Respond to questions promptly.

Course management and active participation

The learners engagement is based on our approach to them. Being rigid is not necessarily the best approach  to the students educational style or needs.