In the virtual classroom, instructors must offer continuous
updates to all stakeholders, such as parents, students, and school
facilitators. Think about each of these stakeholder descriptions and discuss.
Stakeholders in a virtual classroom are very similar to an
online classroom. Roles and description
may change but stakeholders have basic definitions and responsibilities.
Stakeholders:
Instructor: Instructors
need to continuously communicate with all other stakeholders. The instructor is
often the link between students, parents, and administration. Communication
should be positive, offer solutions, and show support for students.
Students: Students have the responsibility to keep the lines of
communication open between themselves and the teacher/parents. They should be
proactive in reaching out for help when needed
Parents: Parents are seen as the coach/facilitator for the
students. They help guide their students through the online learning process.
They should encourage their students to communicate with their teachers.
Administration: Administration should be available to all
stakeholders for questions.
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Do the descriptions correlate to your perception?
I think that the descriptions do
match my perceptions and how they are involved in e-learning. In my teaching
experience online, I have learned that communication upfront in the very beginning
of the course that lays downs expectations, guidelines, policies, etc is key in
students and parents having a positive experience throughout the semester.
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How can they be expanded upon or described further?
I think that there needs to be a
stress on the communication between teacher and student. This relationship is
key. Often it is perceived that online learning is ‘cold and lonely.’
Communication between teacher and student early on can help the tone for the
duration of the course.
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Are there other stakeholders within an online environment
not considered above?
I think that the overall school community is important and is a
stakeholder. Individual actions affect the community as a whole.
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