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IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:00 PM EST

Welcome to this week's #IOLchat. :) Who's joining in today? ...

eInternDavid Jan 27 @ 12:01 PM EST

David Gaines, Director of Recruitment at #eIntern (rookie so just may be lurking today) #IOLchat

allchats Jan 27 @ 12:01 PM EST

twitter chats happening NOW, 12pm EST: - #IOLchat - #WayChat start talkin'!

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:01 PM EST

#authenticity I think I know what you mean #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:01 PM EST

#iolchat hello! Jennifer from ATL grad student and IOLchat regular ☕️

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:02 PM EST

@eInternDavid Hello David! Glad to know you are following along today. :) #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:02 PM EST

@jshamsy Hi Jennifer! Thanks for bringing the coffee. ;) #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:02 PM EST

@clowningar Hi Michael! Great to see you again. :) #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:03 PM EST

Welcome to #IOLchat @LoriDuke! Great to have you here. :) https://t.co/zc7lZV6hlH

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:01 PM EST

@IOLblog Hi! Lori here, an IDer from Newfoundland. First timer :)

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:05 PM EST

when working w/ young Ss, they know when you are there 4 them, or because of $ or job? #authenticity #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:05 PM EST

I'm @Melissa_Venable, IOL blogger and an online instructor. Nice to see you all today! Our questions will begin shortly ... #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:06 PM EST

@clowningar Interesting and relevant question ... let's begin with some definitions ... #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:07 PM EST

Q1) What does authenticity mean to you in the context of online teaching and learning? #iolchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:07 PM EST

#IOLchat Hello, Andrew Walsh from JWU College of Online Education, Instructional Technologist.

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:08 PM EST

@ajwalshiv Hi Andrew! Great to have you back. :) #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:08 PM EST

@IOLblog #IOLchat A1) Instructors being 'present', caring for students, and letting their personality shine thru!

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:09 PM EST

A1 #authenticity 4 me is about giving a vibrant learning experience as if your are there, walked the same path? #IOLchat

ShiftParadigm Jan 27 @ 12:10 PM EST

READ why your use of time matters -> And The Meek Shall Inherit The Earth https://t.co/b2f6pg15je #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:10 PM EST

@clowningar I think your description of Ss "knowing you are there for them" is definitely part of authenticity #iolchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:10 PM EST

@IOLblog A1) Authenticity means that assignments align with real-world applications. Why am I learning this? #iolchat

eInternDavid Jan 27 @ 12:10 PM EST

A1) #authenticity from Ss viewpoint could be that their ultimate goals and Ts goals are aligned and in sync. #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:12 PM EST

Welcome to #IOLchat Holly! "Being true to yourself" :) https://t.co/qIhsvxzELY

hysmor Jan 27 @ 12:09 PM EST

@IOLblog To me it means being true to yourself so students can see the real you

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:12 PM EST

@ajwalshiv @IOLblog LIke that! relevant study to life/career. focusing on Creative spaces 4 engagement https://t.co/uBCCOMULKt #IOLchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:13 PM EST

@hysmor Hi Holly! Put #IOLchat in every message so it shows in the feed. I just made that mistake myself :)

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:13 PM EST

+1 RT @eInternDavid A1) #authenticity from Ss viewpoint could be that their ultimate goals and Ts goals are aligned and in sync. #IOLchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:13 PM EST

@IOLblog @clowningar I agree. Students want to know that you are invested in their education, just not there cause they have to #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:14 PM EST

@clowningar @ajwalshiv Thanks for addressing authentic learning here. It all ties in I think - authentic teaching and learning #iolchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:15 PM EST

Ts, working in cubicles w/massive Ss workload, may make #authenticity difficult #IOLchat any practical solutions?

hysmor Jan 27 @ 12:15 PM EST

I like the idea of assessment tied to real life as authenticity #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:16 PM EST

@clowningar I like this as a great Q2! #iolchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:16 PM EST

Howdy, I am @KristyPBL. Associate Extension Professor with the 4-H Youth Development program at the University of Maine. #iolchat #umfedu568

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:17 PM EST

@clowningar Great question! Not sure if I have an answer, but I think it's a Q that's worth exploring a bit deeper. #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:17 PM EST

Q2) Teaching online may make #authenticity difficult #IOLchat any practical solutions? ht @clowningar

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:17 PM EST

@KristyPBL Hello and welcome to #iolchat, Kristy!

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

Q2 cont.) What can instructors do to be more authentic with their students in an online course? #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

#iolchat a1) being yourself ... Not trying to be a celebrity or super hard teacher - mimicking real world expectations

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

#iolchat a1) agree with @lorilduke ... Being present is really important....

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

@ajwalshiv @IOLblog great point.. Taking an ID class right now and this is emphasized multiple times! #IOLchat

eInternDavid Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

A2) Always ask Ss what their expectations are instead of telling them what to expect. Helps align goals & improv when needed. #IOLchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

A2 today have 25k Ss, so am working on getting Ss into meetups and G+ HOA 4 Ss to Ss socratic learning https://t.co/I0N4hWTlE7 #IOLchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:19 PM EST

@IOLblog @clowningar A2) I think developing course content and applications that are relevant to Ss will help. #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:20 PM EST

A2) #IOLchat try to connect w individual Ss in discussion forums. Just a few words let them know Ts are listening and care.

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:20 PM EST

@IOLblog Instructors can make webcam videos on lectures, announcements, etc. Widely reaches students this way #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:21 PM EST

@jshamsy I like this a lot - we can as teachers let Ss know when they've shared something new to us, for example. We all learn! #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:21 PM EST

@clowningar baby steps - personalize where you can and try to do one new thing each semester #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:21 PM EST

#iolchat a2) Intro video, audio feedback, webinars, virtual office hours - est. real connection

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:22 PM EST

@eInternDavid Really like this approach, David! Nice idea to tie this into early class discussions - there's usually some flex. #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:22 PM EST

@eInternDavid love this!!!! That could be great first activity in course #IOLchat

hysmor Jan 27 @ 12:22 PM EST

#IOLchat Being available and showing that you care are tops in my book. & finding relevant assessments

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:22 PM EST

+1 RT @LoriLDuke A2) #IOLchat try to connect w individual Ss in discussion forums. Just a few words let them know Ts are listening and care.

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:23 PM EST

A2) I have been using zoom as a way to video chat with students, it allows for a unique "group" feel. #IOLchat #umfedu568

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:23 PM EST

@hysmor yes.. Not sure that we Can really limit to bankers hours - Ss are on at all times more availability from Ts #iolchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:24 PM EST

@IOLblog Q2cont) Being yourself and being present in the discussion. Limit those desires to multitask :) #IOLchat #umfedu568

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:24 PM EST

@ajwalshiv @jshamsy Perfect - concrete activities and actions we can all take. Video has an impact. #iolchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:24 PM EST

@KristyPBL We use that here as well and encourage instructors to do the same. Many find this helps alot! #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:24 PM EST

@KristyPBL A course I'm taking online is using Zoom this semester. Really like it from a student perspective! #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:24 PM EST

RT @KristyPBL A2) I have been using zoom as a way to video chat with students, it allows for a unique "group" feel. #IOLchat #umfedu568

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:25 PM EST

I started a Vlog to help Ss understand connection to community creative spaces https://t.co/3AxJ7SJu0c #IOLchat

hysmor Jan 27 @ 12:25 PM EST

@jshamsy #IOLchat I usually check on evenings and weekends. I want them to know I'm there. Not everyone does though!!

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:25 PM EST

@KristyPBL @ajwalshiv @LoriLDuke Just found out about Zoom recently, in career counseling context. Looks like a useful tool. #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:26 PM EST

@IOLblog @KristyPBL @ajwalshiv And free! #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:26 PM EST

@KristyPBL @ajwalshiv @LoriLDuke Why do you like Zoom over other similar tools? Curious ... so many to choose from now. #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:26 PM EST

@hysmor that's why I like being a student & instructor - see what others are doing and how I react/feel about it #IOLchat

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:27 PM EST

@IOLblog @KristyPBL @LoriLDuke It gives the ability to record a session as well to be posted later on for sharing, references, etc. #iolchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:27 PM EST

@IOLblog @ajwalshiv @LoriLDuke Zoom is more intuitive to use. and the video quality is more dependable that ghangouts or skype #IOLchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:28 PM EST

@ajwalshiv @IOLblog @LoriLDuke I love the recording options #IOLchat #umfedu568

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:28 PM EST

public speaking course have Ss go to toastmasters and then fill out ?'s form aft speaking #IOLchat #creativespaces

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:28 PM EST

@eInternDavid @hysmor yes... Agreed! Lots of learning could occur there! #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:29 PM EST

Fantastic Zoom recommendations! I need to try this one out. #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:32 PM EST

Agreed @jshamsy @hysmor @eInternDavid First-hand experience w/online learning gives online instructors an advantage. #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:32 PM EST

Q3) Has your approach being your authentic self online changed over time? #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:33 PM EST

@IOLblog @jshamsy @hysmor @eInternDavid #IOLchat I think all online Ts should experience being an online student. Def an eye-opener!

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:34 PM EST

#iolchat a3) yes always in a state of flux and each group is different - need to understand Ss- learner analysis-what they need

ajwalshiv Jan 27 @ 12:35 PM EST

@IOLblog I think teachers adapt and change their teaching personalities over time naturally. Much like people change over time #iolchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:35 PM EST

I'm trying to make experiential learning by getting Ss out into community engagement #iolchat even better than in a classroom

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:36 PM EST

@IOLblog A3) #IOLchat It's much easier now to connect w Ss with online tools. Synchronous comm seems to be more common in online courses

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:36 PM EST

@jshamsy I have experienced that class-to-class, semester-to-semester. Some groups like more social interaction that others, true. #iolchat

hysmor Jan 27 @ 12:36 PM EST

#IOLchat I've learned to be more present, look for better relevant assessments, listen to Ss about what they would like to see in course

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:37 PM EST

@jshamsy Also gets back to @eInternDavid's note about expectations. ;) #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:38 PM EST

@IOLblog yes like others mention natural progression and matching tools/approaches to needs #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:38 PM EST

@LoriLDuke You're right - the tools, features, functions, etc. allow us to do more within a course site, communication-wise :) #iolchat

eInternDavid Jan 27 @ 12:39 PM EST

As long as we remember that these are tools, features, functions, etc. The real learning comes from the Ts. #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:39 PM EST

@LoriLDuke @IOLblog yes... So many more tools than even 10 years ago #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:39 PM EST

@LoriLDuke @IOLblog surprisingly I find Ss aren't that eager to actually use them very often :-( #iolchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:40 PM EST

@IOLblog a3) I think this is the key to staying current and relevant. #IOLchat #umfedu568

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:40 PM EST

A3 authentic Ss curriculum around #makerspace projects #IOLchat they have #PBL & #socratic #learning

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:40 PM EST

Q3) follow-up: Do you worry about personal privacy when developing presence in online courses? Have you gotten more/less private? #iolchat

eInternDavid Jan 27 @ 12:40 PM EST

Ts can't *rely on* these new tools. We have to learn how to maximize and integrate them to help teach better. #IOLchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:41 PM EST

@jshamsy @IOLblog #IOLchat Same as in-class! :)

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:41 PM EST

@jshamsy Interesting! We have touched on this re:social media - sometimes introducing a new thing is a struggle. :/ #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:42 PM EST

Authentic strategies! RT @clowningar A3 authentic Ss curriculum around #makerspace projects #IOLchat they have #PBL #socratic #learning

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:42 PM EST

@IOLblog Q3) I have a seperate account for educational purposes. I am careful of what is shared with ss. #IOLchat #umfedu568

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:43 PM EST

A3 each Ss should have a online privacy course so they know when they are exposed ie FB, Instagram I think most R clueless #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:43 PM EST

@IOLblog good question.. I tend to implement polices/new procedures after I get bitten.. try to be conscious of my online info #IOLchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:43 PM EST

@KristyPBL @IOLblog Agreed. Keeping personal separate is a good idea imo. #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:44 PM EST

@KristyPBL @IOLblog I don't give phone # or use personal email account #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:45 PM EST

@KristyPBL I think this is fairly common. Helps to keep things organized if there's any concern. #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:45 PM EST

@eInternDavid @KristyPBL @IOLblog I try not to mix business and personal :-) #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:46 PM EST

@eInternDavid Great reminder - they are just tools. It's how we use them (or don't use them) that makes the difference. #iolchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:46 PM EST

A3 in our LMS we have no chat or community room feature, only exposure in Skype, G+ HOA etc #IOLchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:46 PM EST

@clowningar the lines are becoming more blurred everyday - you have to manage your social presence - a new skill #IOLchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:48 PM EST

@jshamsy @eInternDavid @KristyPBL @IOLblog MIT prof got into trouble w/ sexting. #iolchat Ts in classroom envir doing wrong behavior

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:48 PM EST

@clowningar Was this a decision related to function? cost or privacy? Sounds like you are making the most of all that's available. #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:49 PM EST

@clowningar @jshamsy @eInternDavid @KristyPBL @IOLblog #IOLchat Online Ts def have to model good online presence for the Ss.

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:49 PM EST

@IOLblogallows more capacity, we like to tie Ss with mobile edu. ie biology @ the tidepool, French while on vacation in France or ? #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:50 PM EST

@clowningar That makes sense. :) #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:51 PM EST

Q4) Are there expectations/guidelines from your school or program related to authentic online presence in your classes? #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:52 PM EST

#iolchat a4) rarely.. Other than presence guidelines - respond within x time - don't help formulate skills for good mgmt/presence

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:53 PM EST

@jshamsy Same at my institution #IOLchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:53 PM EST

I'm the Dev'r so I like to have courses reflect the real world, and be honest about it #IOLchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:53 PM EST

@IOLblog There are certainly best practice guidelines with the 4-H program. Nothing specific to authenticity #IOLchat #umfedu568

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:54 PM EST

@jshamsy @LoriLDuke Me, too .. mostly guidance related to responding to email, discussions, and posting an introduction. #iolchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:55 PM EST

@KristyPBL Our orgs seem to be covering the basics. :) Which is good, but there's more! #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:55 PM EST

@IOLblog @LoriLDuke usually some about the what but little about the how #IOLchat

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:56 PM EST

C. Christensen HBS prof believes #MOOC is the future of Ed. today online is early model of what the future will be #IOLchat

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:56 PM EST

Time for our last Q! 5) Do you have any role models for authentic online presence? Who is doing it well? #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:57 PM EST

#iolchat lots of Twitter people including you @Melissa_Venable :-) you strike a good balance!

clowningar Jan 27 @ 12:57 PM EST

A5 I think we will have some role models in the future, but online 2 new to say? #IOLchat

KristyPBL Jan 27 @ 12:58 PM EST

@IOLblog Q5) I am interested in hearing the answers to this #IOLchat #umfedu568

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:58 PM EST

@jshamsy You are tooooo kind, Jennifer! 8-) #iolchat

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:59 PM EST

@IOLblog #IOLchat https://t.co/I9Lob0Pon1

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:57 PM EST

@IOLblog One of our online Ts has an online 'party' at semester end, mails Ss tea and snacks in advance!

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:59 PM EST

@clowningar I think you are right! Time will tell. :) #iolchat

jshamsy Jan 27 @ 12:59 PM EST

#iolchat I think you have to pick you "message" and then align communications w/that - keeps it focused

IOLblog Jan 27 @ 12:59 PM EST

#IOLchat This is great idea! Online teaching presence outreach. :) https://t.co/jhqG3OPsbV

LoriLDuke Jan 27 @ 12:57 PM EST

@IOLblog One of our online Ts has an online 'party' at semester end, mails Ss tea and snacks in advance!