What is facilitation?►

Introduction

  • Introduction


    • Blended learning is when we combine both face-to-face and online learning. According to research it is the most effective mode of learning. However, it can be enhanced if we facilitate the online learning components rather than leave learners alone. There are some facilitation techniques and technologies to help you do this. In this unit we will investigate the do's and don'ts of effective online facilitation.

      This online course will require you to work collaboratively with your peers. You will discover that organizing formal introductions can be an important facilitation strategy. Also, as you will need to rely on them, and they on you, it's important to get to know your peers! Introduce yourself by posting in the forum below. See what you can find about them you did not know previously.

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    • After participating in this course, learners should:

      • Differentiate online and blended facilitation from traditional teaching support.
      • Facilitate learning in an online and blended learning environment.
      • Manage course logistics using the Moodle management and administration tools.
      • Nurture a caring and supportive social dynamic among remote learners using digital tools.
      • Provide first level technical assistance to online learners.
      • Create an alternative parallel support system to the Moodle environment using social media platforms such as Facebook pages and/or WhatsApp groups, Twitter, Telegram or Instagram.
      • Facilitate synchronous sessions outside of Moodle using technologies such as Big Blue Button, Zoom, MS Teams etc.

      This unit of study is aligned to the Zambian ICT Competency Framework for Teachers. The badge (right) is awarded to those educators who successfully complete the unit.

       



      On successful completion of this course learners can earn the following badge.





      There is an opportunity to engage with the course facilitator and your peers before the course. Zambia ICT CFT Course is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

      Topic: Zambia ICT CFT Unit 4.3
      Time: Sep 2?, 20?? 10:00 AM Lusaka

      Join Zoom Meeting
      https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89856089594?pwd=ejRlYm5tUWQrbG51N0tiYjN4aUhQQT08

      Meeting ID: 898 5608 95


What is facilitation?►