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I believe participants are more willing to engage when their is positive feedback paired with thought provoking questions that are more open ended. As participants respond more to one another the relationships become stronger and a sense of community is created.
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Often times digital learning can seem like something we must "check off the box" because it might be built in a very task oriented way. In order to avoid that, it would be important to intentionally share how there will be next steps and that we may circle back to prior learning.

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By interacting with the participants in a timely and thoughtful manner,  folks are encouraged to continue to engage in the community further.  "Ghosting" feels like a real insult to people online and makes them wonder if anyone is reading or caring about what they have to say.

Timeliness depends on the expectations set by the online facilitator. It's ok for us not to have to sit with one tab open all the time waiting for that post to respond to quickly. So long as participants are aware of the timelines, they can manage their own expectations for responses.

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I think one of the most important things an online facilitator can do is provide personalized feedback, rather than canned comments. In addition to that, I think it is also important to have engaging content that participants can engage with that makes them want to come back for more!

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The online communities that I engage with the most are the ones where there is something new and exciting to engage with - a video, an article - accompanied with an opportunity to do something with that content. And then after I do, get some type of recognition for my contribution besides a “Good job!” It has to be specific.

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The online communities that I engage with the most are the ones where there is something new and exciting to engage with - a video, an article - accompanied with an opportunity to do something with that content. And then after I do, get some type of recognition for my contribution besides a “Good job!” It has to be specific.

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As many of you have already said, things that keep me engaged and coming back are knowing that the person leading will miss me if I am not there. Purposeful relationships matter.
Second, cliff-hangers are always powerful for me. The thought of knowing that something great is coming in the next session keeps me engaged.

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Making a strong effort to connect with all participants by including meaningful and thoughtful questions, and providing support that is valuable to each learner/participant not just to the entire group.

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Providing feedback in a timely manner is really important so that participants feel valued and heard, especially if they have questions or need help.

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Many of you have hit on ideas I had: personal connections be they public or private messages of encouragement; feedback specific to the work I am doing; and information that is applicable to my daily role (take-aways that can be applied right away).
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Another instance that keeps me choosing a particular person's class online is knowing that they will be modeling various ways to keep me engaged while also giving me the inside scoop as the educator so I can replicate the fun as well. That could be an AVID clap, new song, different way of taking a break, etc.

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I know when Iog in after an assignment is due I am looking for feedback from my professor and/or colleagues.

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While this is a bit more difficult in an online environment, when I have had a chance to discuss with a partner (in private chat) or a small group of participants (in a breakout room) I have felt more confident that my answer is correct (just as students do in class) and I have been more excited to share with the entire group.

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Participating in an online community where no one ever acknowledges or responds to your comments can feel like talking to a wall. Eventually, the silence will drive you away. Facilitators can identify lonely posters in an online community and prop them up with meaningful comments and feedback. "Good job" is not enough. It should be targeted and authentic.

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Showing eye contact and other body language signs may be difficult in an online environment (not impossible), but word choice is not. Using select language to show that you are engaged when others talk or post will only encourage others to join as well. Also when there is a post or a comment at the wrong time, not "calling out" the participant will also encourage others to know that they can "take risks" - BF

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There is a balance of what we sacrifice to participate in professional learning and our return of investment. As a facilitator we must work to make the experience worth the sacrifice. I feel this is a combination of responsive, specific feedback and opportunities of ownership for participates to design and share their learning.

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I believe that a facilitator that encourages everyone to use their voice in a manner that suits them helps keep everyone engaged.

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I find that I am more engaged and willing to participate when a facilitator gives good feedback. If I can take ideas to the "expert" and they are willing to acknowledge my hard work, and give me some constructive ideas for revision, I find it worth my time and energy.

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I think it is important to pose questions and start discussions that are open to everyone. It would help to start with low stress questions that don't seem like they have a right or wrong answer so those participants that mat be a little more anxious are willing to participate.
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Acknowledging participants directly as well as bringing the group's attention to particular questions and comments that would benefit the group. For example, if one person has a pedagogy question opening it up to the group and then offering a suggestion from the point of view of the staff developer.
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A facilitator has to be responsive, recognize names, make connections, and really work on community with the learners. If you do not feel valued or a "member of the family it is easy to disengage!

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I have to see the facilitator and have to see that they are interested in me by their body language. They have to seem approachable and like they want to be there for me to keep engaging.

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Make connections and ask for thoughts or reflections.

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Make connections and ask for thoughts or reflections.

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I think something that could help an online community keep engaged would be to draw connections between answers and to ask new questions to help members connect with each other. Connection helps to build community.

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I like to add some off topic twists. They can be used as brain breaks. Maybe add in a trivia question, some pop culture a quote or a riddle. The chat is also a great place pose an off topic engagement twiddle. This can allow for everyone to participate in a fun way as well.

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I think everyone needs to felt heard/validated. If a facilitator acknowledges he/she has read what I have posted, I'm more encouraged to keep sharing. The response also has to be encouraging in that even if he/she has a question or disagreement, it has to be phrased in a way to encourage more feedback and not negatively where it shuts the person down.

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If there is a chat box, having the facilitators acknowledge comments made verbally to all participants as a way to show that the comment is valued and ties into and includes them in the learning.