Objective 5.7
Instructor sends communications about important goals and course topics as opportunities arise.
| The instructor sends an announcement about a change of lecture focus and proper readings prior to class. The instructor may post a clarification on a common question about a topic. |
Example 1
The course questions forum is a perfect space for students to ask questions, answer classmates' questions, and get important information from the instructor about specific, course-related questions.
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Screenshot Transcript: When you have questions or need clarification regarding any aspect of this course, the fastest way to get a response is to post to the Question and Answer Form. In addition, please feel free to post answers to questions and to offer advice or explanations. Please visit this forum regularly, so you can contribute to the success of your fellow classmates. |
Example 2
The course news forum, or announcements forum, is a good place to provide clarification about assignment or deadline confusion, or a place to post current events tied to course concepts, such as the "Current Earthquake Activity Forum" in this Earthquake Country class.
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Screenshot Transcript: Main: Felt and earthquake? heard about some recent earthquake activity? Share the info with your classmates and instructor in this Current Earthquake Announcement Forum. You can access real-time information about earthquakes by using the Earthquake Information Resources. Links to an external site. Reply 1: M3. 1 Earthquake near Eureka, CA Reply 2: M3.5 Earthquake near Ferndale, CA |