Approaching discussion groups effectively as a Moderator
Moderators play a crucial role in the field of communication. They can also play a role within online learning within discussions and forums. In this week’s resources, Palloff & Pratt, describe various types of moderators that can be effective and useful within online learning through the use of discussions and forums. They provide various examples on what type of characteristics moderators should have in order to be beneficial in working with discussions groups. In understanding how discussion and forums have a high possibility of getting out of hand, it is important to acknowledge the tasks of moderators and how they can change the dynamic and interactivity between students within discussion groups.
For this weeks discussion, provide one supplemental positive characteristic that a moderator should possess when working within online discussions. Then provide two characteristics that would not be beneficial for a moderator to have or use within an online discussion. Provide a short rationale as to how they relate to discussion forums through the use of references or a personal example.
Below you will find the link to the scoring rubric which will provide information on how you will be scored.
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Palloff, R., & Pratt, K., Promoting Collaborative Learning, Building Online Communities). Copyright 2007 John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Moderators should be organized and well-spoken. The students involved in the forum or discussion should understand what is being asked and the moderator should be able to have questions ready to go as the debate ensues. It would not be beneficial for moderators to impatient and cut off thoughts of those who are sharing. Also sarcasm is not something someone in this position should betray. Moderators can keep a discussion going by adding relevant details and information, which is a true asset.
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