You are scheduled to begin facilitating a new online class and know that soon students will begin to show up. How do you prepare for the start of your new class? Do you have a checklist of assigned duties or a plan for your facilitation responsibilities? Online classes often follow an accelerated schedule, which means that the instructor & students have little time to adapt once the class has begun. Many adjunct instructors find that it is necessary to review their required expectations prior to the class starting, so that they can be organized and they can also help their students be ready to begin the class. This article will provide a checklist of important considerations that will assist an adjunct instructor with getting ready for the start of a new class in an effective & efficient manner.
Time Management: Facilitating an online class requires an investment of time on the part of an adjunct, in order to meet all of the required duties and expectations. The first consideration for an adjunct is developing a time management plan & one of the most effective means of preparing for the class is to create a weekly schedule so that all duties are met. It is helpful to provide a course calendar, which is a tool that the instructor and students can follow throughout the course.Stress Management: Are you aware of any potential to experience stress as you facilitate this class? Are you able to recognize any signs of stress? Finally, do you have a plan for dealing with any potential stress? By asking these questions an adjunct can monitor his or her progress in class & also be prepared to help students when they experience stress.Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/5687625
