#IOLchat Archive

#IOLchat meets Wednesdays at 12PM ET to discuss trends and issues in online education.

Wednesday June 15, 2016
12:00 PM EDT

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:00 PM EDT

Welcome to this week's #IOLchat :) Who's joining in today? https://t.co/kGGSeMZ5AD
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:04 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd #IOLchat I've had a number of experiences with online classes using both Google+ and Blackboard. Big win is time flexibility
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:04 PM EDT

Hello #iolchat Jennifer from Atlanta.
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:05 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO Hello and welcome, Nicole! Agreed - time flexibility is a primary benefit. #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:06 PM EDT

@jshamsy Hi Jennifer! Hope all is well in ATL. :) #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:06 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd #IOLchat I'm really excited to join the chat about such an interesting topic
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:07 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO Great to have you with us #IOLchat!
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:07 PM EDT

Hi #iolchat! My name is Emily and I'm joining from Central Pennsylvania.
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:07 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox Hello Emily and welcome to the chat! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:08 PM EDT

@TashuaParker Hi Tashua! So glad you are joining in! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:09 PM EDT

We're in summer format mode - exploring one question each week. Today's Q is coming up ... #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:10 PM EDT

Q) When (and where) do you access your online classes? #OnlineLearning #OnlineEducation #iolchat
TashuaParker Jun 15 @ 12:10 PM EDT

I'm learning to use different parts of google drive thanks for the info #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:11 PM EDT

@TashuaParker Google Drive is a great tool, especially in an online course - also makes collaboration with classmates easier. #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:11 PM EDT

All the time - from the laptop, the tablet, the phone and at all times of day #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:12 PM EDT

I have found mobile versions to be less than desirable - still think there is some room for improvement there #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:12 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd #IOLchat I love that online learning allows me to be anywhere and still access and participate in learning
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:12 PM EDT

@jshamsy So, no set schedule for logging in? Sounds like you work on it when the schedule allows. #iolchat
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:12 PM EDT

A) The flexibility of accessing an online course from wherever, whenever is a huge benefit! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:13 PM EDT

@jshamsy Agreed about mobile access. It's not what it could be (at least in my opinion). #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:13 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd Yes..I am not disciplined like that...I am accessing whenever I can to get tasks done #iolchat
teacherchalky1 Jun 15 @ 12:13 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd If you put your lesson onto youtube students can access it anywhere as long as they have a signal #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox agreed - one of the major selling points! #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

@jshamsy #IOLchat I like the option to learn from my mobile phone, and you're right that the tech isn't as advanced as it could be
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @Emily_J_Fox Yes! Convenient and flexible access. Do you have favorite times to participate? or Devices you use? #iolchat
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

@jshamsy I agree mobile versions are not a efficient; however, I'm glad to have access to some of the capabilities while on the go #iolchat
TashuaParker Jun 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

Looking for software ideas. I would like to see what the students are working on without leaving my desk, any ideas #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

@jshamsy That's a good habit actually - having an awareness that there is time to work, then using it wisely. #iolchat
AssignmentHelpN Jun 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

A Guide to CompetencyBased Education Model https://t.co/EzJ05wjifc #iolchat #LDChat #infographics #elearning #edtech https://t.co/Ou4uaTKsqM
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:16 PM EDT

@teacherchalky1 Hi David! Welcome back. That's a helpful workaround - YouTube some of your content. #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:16 PM EDT

@TashuaParker A lot of the LMSs have tracking tools if you are literally wanting to see what they are doing #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:16 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd I wish I were that efficient. I am just on it all the time because I have that much to do =( #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

Trying to use time boxing strategies to improve time management/efficiency -- I can spent the whole day on something if allowed #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @jshamsy Are there particular things you'd like to be able to do via mobile but can't right now? #iolchat
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO I prefer to use a laptop. This time of year in PA, I love to find a spot outside in the evening #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

@jshamsy I see! The summer schedule saga continues. SO much to do, so little time. :/ #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:18 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @Emily_J_Fox I like my phone bc I often make time while "on the go" I have to fit it into small chunks of time #IOLchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:18 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO Think they are fairly "clunky." Hard to find infoin discussion forums - some content doesn't work #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox What a nice idea - get set up in an outdoor location - a bit of a break, but still at work ;) #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @CenterOnlineEd @Emily_J_Fox yes! It is a great strategy..using 5 or 10 minutes as opposed to hoping for 5 hours. #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

Perhaps going hand in hand with this is - where do you have access to wifi - this affects choices #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:20 PM EDT

Any fave Wi-fi spots? RT @jshamsy Perhaps going hand in hand with this is - where do you have access to wifi - this affects choices #iolchat
philosophypaul Jun 15 @ 12:20 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd A1 any and all times, but during office hours mostly, and that is afternoons. #IOLchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:21 PM EDT

@jshamsy #IOLchat couldn't agree more. If I have to download anything I don't want to use my data plan to do it
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:21 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd anywhere you can find it - I use a lot of airport/hotel wifi -- quality of those are still variable #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:21 PM EDT

@philosophypaul Hello and welcome back, Paul! #iolchat
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:22 PM EDT

@jshamsy @CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO I would not want to attempt a quiz on a mobile device #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:22 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @jshamsy Coffee shops are my "go to" for wifi when I'm not home #IOLchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:22 PM EDT

@philosophypaul Interesting! It's all about what makes sense for us. I tend to check first thing in the am, then late afternoon #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

@philosophypaul But some days I'm in and out of the class all day. #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox @CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO Agreed..there are some things that you know you can and can't do. #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

@jshamsy @CenterOnlineEd #IOLchat I think as the web industry moves to designing for multi platforms it will improve
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @CenterOnlineEd @Starbucks .. it is your friend =) #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:24 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @jshamsy Good points about downloading and wifi quality - the experience can be frustrating in many ways! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:24 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox @jshamsy @NicoleInTO Is this concern related to internet speed? Could see getting cut off mid-quiz as a big problem. #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:25 PM EDT

#OnlineClasses #WiFi RT @jshamsy @NicoleInTO @CenterOnlineEd @Starbucks .. it is your friend =) #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:25 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @philosophypaul Think import. to set schedule otherwise go crazy-I've accept total immersion is hopefully temporary #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:25 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @CenterOnlineEd True..it is an evolution...I have seen much progress -- just still a ways to go #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:25 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @jshamsy Me, too. :) With the public library as a close second. #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:26 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @Emily_J_Fox @NicoleInTO Speed, quality - can cut on and off and sometimes had to stream #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:26 PM EDT

I think that this is supportive of "you must have a backup plan" as an online student .. never wait until last moment #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:27 PM EDT

@jshamsy @philosophypaul That's not bad advice actually - embrace the chaos and get through it. :) #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:29 PM EDT

@jshamsy As "connected" as we are these days, this is good advice for anyone! Plan B - when the power goes out, internet goes down #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:30 PM EDT

Are there parts of your courses you can work on offline? Would you want to? #onlineteaching #onlinelearning #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:30 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd @jshamsy @philosophypaul #IOLchat I think a common thread for online learning is a motivated learner. They will find a way!
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:30 PM EDT

@philosophypaul @CenterOnlineEd Creating expectations reduces a lot of the questions and anxiety for Ss #iolchat
Emily_J_Fox Jun 15 @ 12:31 PM EDT

@jshamsy @CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO Yes, a combination of factors. I would be slower navigating a timed quiz from a mobile device #iolchat
NicoleInTO Jun 15 @ 12:32 PM EDT

@CenterOnlineEd #IOLchat I lik ref material avail on my google drive where I can read "offline" like on the subway
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:33 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox @jshamsy @NicoleInTO There would definitely be a learning curve for something like that. Good design essential! #iolchat
philosophypaul Jun 15 @ 12:33 PM EDT

@jshamsy @CenterOnlineEd Yes. Ss must know you are available to be engaged w T Knowing a reply is coming reduces Ss anxiety. #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:34 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO Good example. :) Reading materials can be accessed for offline, or questionable wifi, use. #iolchat
philosophypaul Jun 15 @ 12:35 PM EDT

@Emily_J_Fox @jshamsy @CenterOnlineEd @NicoleInTO For some LMSs quiz navigation by mobile device can function differently #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:35 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO @CenterOnlineEd This is great..I usually text/email to my self and download..but this is a great idea! #iolchat
jshamsy Jun 15 @ 12:37 PM EDT

I have to leave a little early...this is a great discussion..lots of good ideas to try out. Thanks! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:38 PM EDT

@jshamsy Thanks for being here today, Jennifer! Have a good week. :) #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:40 PM EDT

Thanks to @NicoleInTO @jshamsy @Emily_J_Fox @TashuaParker @teacherchalky1 and @philosophypaul for chatting today! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:41 PM EDT

Stay tuned for next week's topic/question: https://t.co/kGGSeMZ5AD And if there's a question you'd like to see ... pls @ reply! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jun 15 @ 12:43 PM EDT

@NicoleInTO You are welcome! Hope to see you again soon. :) #IOLchat