Teaching Online: Tools and techniques, options and opportunities





Increasing numbers of language learners are opting to take online language courses; increasing numbers of teachers are teaching online. For many, teaching online is a leap into the unknown. The concept of online teaching is broad, ranging from the use of a virtual learning environment (VLE) for course delivery to desktop video conferencing with Skype, not to mention teaching in a virtual world. These are pioneering days.
How does one become a successful online teacher? First, you must participate in an online course yourself.


This will enable you to experience the various tools available for teacher and students: synchronous tools, such as instant messaging, and asynchronous tools, such as bulletin boards. You need a certain amount of technical know-how to explain to your students what to do if there are minor glitches. Online teaching usually involves practical expertise .




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