2. “Be present!” - use announcement and discussion board postings
3. Set clear expectations
4. Define grading scales and rubrics for each assignment and like the rubric with the assignments/assessments
5. Direct students to a helpdesk for technology problems
6. Respond quickly and promptly to students
7. Provide choices and options for students in their assignments
8. Monitor discussions and post reminders
9. Be open to try new things. Think about blogging and twitter, as well as polling, surveys, and texting as a form of communication.
10. Allow time to create new assessments
11. Provide feedback on assignments quickly and often
12. Use a variety of learning activities. Consider learning objects from sites like Wisc-Online
13. Don’t overwhelm students with activities
14. Utilize the course management systems
15. Support students in their reflections and inquiries
16. Don’t be afraid to use ready-made content (YouTube, TeacherTube, NOVA, Yahoo! Video, Google Video)
17. When choosing your technology, keep in mind the students capabilities to access your choice
18. Think about virtual online office hours using sites like Elluminate, Skype, Oovoo
19. Know what not to use in your class
20. Keep investigating new tips and tricks from colleagues
21. Utilize a variety of current resources in your class
22. Create a syllabus quiz that teaches students how to navigate your course (Use sites like ProProfs and Quia)
23. Evaluate what worked well and what needs to be improved on
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