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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #IOLchat! Who is joining in today? #onlinelearning #onlineteaching #InsideOnlineLearning

philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:06 PM EDT

Paul visiting today. Hope you have a warm, sunny day. 28 degrees in NC. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:07 PM EDT

Hi Paul! It's sunny here, but certainly not warm. (Brrrrrrr) Hope you are staying warm! #iolchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:08 PM EDT

Hello-- Greetings from Virginia where it is very cold :-( #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:09 PM EDT

Hi Jennifer. :) Yikes! Stay warm up there. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:11 PM EDT

Here we go with today's topic: online student mentoring. Q1 coming up! ... #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:11 PM EDT

Q1) What does (or should) #mentorship look like in an online program? #onlinelearning #iolchat

jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:12 PM EDT

Leading by example-- do what you say in terms of policies/structure #iolchat

jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:13 PM EDT

Keeping an eye out for those that are struggling and offer a hand #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:13 PM EDT

Modeling good (and expected) practices is critical! #onlineteaching #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

Are you doing this? #OnlineEd #Mentors RT @jshamsy Keeping an eye out for those that are struggling and offer a hand #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

#iolchat A1: flexible, accessible, clearly defined (limits/access etc.) for both stu-stu & fac-fac ???

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:14 PM EDT

Really like this one - anyone can do this and provide a source of mentorship, including classmates. #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

#iolchat apologies all - running late amid many projects - Mike from NC State College in brisk Mansfield, ohio

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

Hello, Mike! Great to see you. :) #iolchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

I think the clearly defined is even more important in #onlinelearning #iolchat

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:15 PM EDT

A1 Northcentral U uses a 1-1 instructional and mentoring model. Ideal. Mentoring dependent on status of Ts & Ss #IOLchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

formative "trip wires" a big thing I preach to new eLearning faculty... for intervention triggers and customizing lrng #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

By status do you mean - new vs. experienced? Agreed that 1:1 can be really powerful, esp. when both parties active #iolchat

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

Are you thinking formal mentoring or as-needed mentoring? #IOLchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:18 PM EDT

#iolchat Love that @CanvasLMS (and other, not as cool LMS') are developing tools to harvest data for useful summaries to act on.

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:18 PM EDT

Well directed formative assessment can mentor any at any stage. Yes. #IOLchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:17 PM EDT

formative "trip wires" a big thing I preach to new eLearning faculty... for intervention triggers and customizing lrng #iolchat
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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

We can take this topic either or both directions. Merit in informal and formal connections. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

For me, mostly interested in what's happening out there now, where there may be gaps... #iolchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

I think both have benefits #iolchat

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:20 PM EDT

Reply: Several formal mentor rel.: Faculty - TA; Faculty -Advisee; Director - Dissertation Grad S.; Instructor - S #IOLchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:21 PM EDT

We're moving into Q2) How does #mentoring happen in your classes, programs, institutions, organizations? #iolchat

philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:21 PM EDT

Both mentoring relations valid, valuable -- informal & formal mentoring #IOLchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:19 PM EDT

We can take this topic either or both directions. Merit in informal and formal connections. #iolchat
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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

A2 #IOLchat E.g. Senior thesis mentor, Advisor mentor, make-up mentor for S on A Warning; and general mentor -- all happen

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:23 PM EDT

#iolchat - @EduventuresInc had great study finding expectations key for low & hi perf stu- https://t.co/FTPuwnJG7K

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:24 PM EDT

And these are all different roles and people? Sounds like a great collection of resources for each student. :) #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:25 PM EDT

#iolchat I know our formal fac mentoring program has some gaps but embedded stu tutors working

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:26 PM EDT

Reply: different Ss same instructor (with my many hats). #IOLchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:26 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing this! Mentoring could be a factor in several of the factors listed, I think. #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:26 PM EDT

#iolchat A2 - Jumped gun a bit there -- we have formal fac mentor prog only for newbies and for stu an embedded tutor prog..

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:27 PM EDT

In mine very informal -- university does have some formal - advisor opportunities #iolchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:27 PM EDT

#iolchat - for embedded stu we hear that informal mentoring is happening for stu-stu...

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:27 PM EDT

Fac mentoring another great topic. Saw some of this w/new online Ts years ago, but not lately #iolchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:27 PM EDT

I think there is benefits w/both -- different types of mentoring #iolchat

philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:28 PM EDT

Reply again: Should mention institutional mentors who are upper class course completers who mentor lower classes #IOlchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:28 PM EDT

I also let Ss know that I am them - an online student - so I understand challenges #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:28 PM EDT

So many hats in this kind of work! I think we all wear a few, and the trade for more at some point. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:29 PM EDT

This is fantastic! A great way to connect I think. Your presence in a course is multi-faceted to say the least. #iolchat

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:29 PM EDT

some courses have a post of advice/tips from former Ss--love this idea #iolchat

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:30 PM EDT

Important. Valuable Build rapport w Ss as a T who is a learner. #IOLchat

jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:28 PM EDT

I also let Ss know that I am them - an online student - so I understand challenges #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:30 PM EDT

Are you doing this? #onlineteaching RT @jshamsy some courses have a post of advice/tips from former Ss--love this idea #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:31 PM EDT

#iolchat in my classes - distance and non -big believer in Stu teams for peer mentoring....

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:31 PM EDT

#iolchat sometimes just have a peer 'translate' assignment requirements or grading expectations etc. is so powerful!

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:32 PM EDT

#IOLchat Groups collaborate and collaboration is the context for mentoring. Great.

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:31 PM EDT

#iolchat in my classes - distance and non -big believer in Stu teams for peer mentoring....
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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:32 PM EDT

Is this happening organically or are these mentoring relationships assigned? #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:32 PM EDT

@jshamsy #iolchat Right out of Chickering & gamson 7 Best practices - Encourage stu-fac interaction!

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:33 PM EDT

agreed - peer feedback and such can be great if well structured #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:34 PM EDT

#iolchat -- low-no institutional costs involved and really just org time for fac to do this...

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:35 PM EDT

Q3) How can students find #mentors when programs aren’t in place? #onlineEd #iolchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:37 PM EDT

#iolchat Stu teams best practice (per great work of @TBLearning ) is fac assigned groups and tasks https://t.co/V7mbfHVPgc

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:37 PM EDT

A3 Ss seeking #mentors must be proactive to reach out to Ts, HelpDesk, peers, TAs, or Advisors. Make need known #IOLchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:38 PM EDT

#iolchat but in general within a well integrated structured teamwork, mentoring can be organic

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:39 PM EDT

Yes! Taking the initiative is key to making these kinds of connections and building relationships. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:39 PM EDT

A3) A few ideas here. Plus, I always like the "work with your Career Center" suggestion. ;) https://t.co/YQ0zFJW0Dq #iolchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:40 PM EDT

#iolchat and destigmatize that mentor need = not sign of failure etc

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:40 PM EDT

With groups or collaborative collectives the design makes available peer to peer mentoring possibility #IOLchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:38 PM EDT

#iolchat but in general within a well integrated structured teamwork, mentoring can be organic
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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:41 PM EDT

Absolutely true -> so different, and so much more! RT @OHMWelker #iolchat and destigmatize that mentor need = not sign of failure etc

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:42 PM EDT

Yes. Recognizing need for mentor may be step forward. Someone said: "when the S is prepared the T will appear." #IOLchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:40 PM EDT

#iolchat and destigmatize that mentor need = not sign of failure etc
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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:42 PM EDT

Need to provide an opportunity/spark and then let grow on its own - little value in forced #iolchat

jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:43 PM EDT

does require some effort -- but I think Return is worth it! #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:44 PM EDT

#iolchat "trip wires" to me equal small stakes reflections and understanding checks... from small quizzes to muddiest point ref

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:44 PM EDT

I like this aspect of mentorship specifically - right people in right circumstances, timing = mutual interest, growth #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:45 PM EDT

#iolchat Angelo & Cross' 50 C.A.T.s is a great set of specific ideas to draw from for these: https://t.co/Tgwt5Tadeb

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:46 PM EDT

Last Q of this week's topic coming up ... #iolchat

OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:47 PM EDT

#iolchat and thenrein lies the rub - think a lot of fac giveup on peer struc activities as they take iteration

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jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:48 PM EDT

Need a little analysis too - what do Ss need? Tailor programs to that - need/pref medium/etc. #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:49 PM EDT

But once you get the structure in place ... results! Peer activities part of all the courses I currently teach. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:49 PM EDT

Great reminder to focus on learners - different at different schools, programs, courses. #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:50 PM EDT

Q4) What makes a good mentor? How can s/he assist #onlinestudents with school success and beyond? #iolchat

jshamsy Mar 15 @ 12:51 PM EDT

Someone that has best interest of S in mind and wants to help them learn-not just tell them what they know #iolchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:53 PM EDT

#mentors RT @jshamsy Someone that has best interest of S in mind and wants to help them learn-not just tell them what they know #iolchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:53 PM EDT

#iolchat eyes on prize and long game :)

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:54 PM EDT

#mentors RT @OHMWelker @CenterOnlineEd @jshamsy #iolchat eyes on prize and long game :)

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philosophypaul Mar 15 @ 12:54 PM EDT

A4 Qualities of grt. online mentor: empathy, experience online, interest in Ss success, willing to listen; IDs need #IOLchat

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:55 PM EDT

#iolchat and recasting a mentor as not an 'in trouble' BAD thing but a valuable and needed guide for every stu/ aspiring pro

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OHMWelker Mar 15 @ 12:55 PM EDT

#iolchat mentorship= every Luke Skywalker needs a Yoda :)

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:56 PM EDT

"Guide" is a great alternative title here. :) And another characteristic: willing to show the ropes, encourage #iolchat

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CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:57 PM EDT

Who is your #OnlineEd Yoda? ;) RT @OHMWelker @jshamsy #iolchat mentorship= every Luke Skywalker needs a Yoda :)

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WGCompSci Mar 15 @ 12:57 PM EDT

Q1: Mentorship can look like rolemodeling appropriate behaviors. Lead by example. #IOLchat

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Mar 15 @ 12:58 PM EDT

Hello, Mark! Thanks for jumping in :) #iolchat

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