https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip Post 1-2 things that an online facilitator could do to keep you engaged and coming back to the online community. Please include your Initials in your post! en-us 2020-04-30 22:53:44 UTC 2020-11-21 22:44:40 UTC hello@padlet.com jcuozzo https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552266380 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. ]]> 2020-05-05 14:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552266380 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552648183 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.]]> 2020-05-05 16:39:03 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552648183 sfrancis369 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552749321 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.]]> 2020-05-05 17:15:25 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552749321 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552852305 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.]]> 2020-05-05 17:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/552852305 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553026100 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.]]> 2020-05-05 19:05:37 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553026100 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553032407 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!]]> 2020-05-05 19:08:29 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553032407 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553152851 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.
-ED]]> 2020-05-05 20:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553152851 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553159733 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.
-ED]]> 2020-05-05 20:07:22 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553159733 emilyacunningham https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553170637 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. ]]> 2020-05-05 20:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553170637 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553363667 I believe that a facilitator that encourages everyone to use their voice in a manner that suits them helps keep everyone engaged.]]> 2020-05-05 22:17:44 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553363667 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553372957 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. ]]> 2020-05-05 22:26:06 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553372957 bafisher2 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553425945 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

]]> 2020-05-05 23:15:25 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553425945 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553429632 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. ]]> 2020-05-05 23:18:49 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553429632 bafisher2 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553429766 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. ]]> 2020-05-05 23:18:57 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553429766 ashantifoster https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553503744 I know when Iog in after an assignment is due I am looking for feedback from my professor and/or colleagues. ]]> 2020-05-06 00:27:46 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553503744 ashantifoster https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553505095 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.]]> 2020-05-06 00:29:09 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553505095 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553518831 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). 
df]]> 2020-05-06 00:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553518831 mccriste https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553543395 Providing feedback in a timely manner is really important so that participants feel valued and heard, especially if they have questions or need help. 

]]> 2020-05-06 01:06:06 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553543395 mccriste https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553545327 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.  


]]> 2020-05-06 01:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553545327 michaelelder1_4 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553638664 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.]]> 2020-05-06 02:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553638664 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553664981 2020-05-06 03:09:04 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553664981 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553686131 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!]]> 2020-05-06 03:32:17 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553686131 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553696188 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.]]> 2020-05-06 03:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553696188 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553701357 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.]]> 2020-05-06 03:48:40 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553701357 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553729802 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.
RG]]> 2020-05-06 04:23:18 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/553729802 https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/576085081 2020-05-15 21:54:45 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/576085081 mccriste https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/948727550 2020-11-21 22:44:38 UTC https://padlet.com/proflearn1/i1wthi1jjo1t4ip/wish/948727550