How To Solve Online Learning Issues?
The onset of the pandemic rattled the education scene and the world had to shift its learning model to accommodate online education. As a teacher, you must have experienced firsthand problems tied to this new learning model. You are not alone; many other educators globally share these concerns. This article aims to comprehensively guide you on how to solve online learning issues?
Understanding The Challenges
Understanding the challenges associated with online learning is the first step of dealing with them efficiently. Here are some common problems:
- Access to Reliable Internet
- Limited Interactivity Between Teachers and Students
- Distractions and Lack of Focus
- Technical Difficulties
Tackling Online Learning Issues
Now that we understand the problems let’s look at some practical ways to counter these issues.
Reliable Internet Access
In cases where students might not be having access to the internet, recorded teaching materials can be availed. These materials can be viewed at the student’s convenience. To further mitigate this problem, some community initiatives provide free internet to students.
“Every student deserves an equal opportunity to realize their potential. And reliable internet access is one key ingredient to this.” Dr. Marta Escobar
Limited Interactivity
Keeping students engaged during online classes is a major obstacle many teachers come across. An effective approach is to integrate interactive content into your lessons. Tools like ClassPoint can really bolster student engagement during online lessons by incorporating quizzes, polls, interactive slides among other features.
Distractions and Lack of Focus
Establishing ground rules for online classes can help to curb distractions. In addition, incorporating short breaks in between lessons can help students to recharge and stay focused.
Technical Difficulties
Prepare students beforehand about what to do in case they experience technical issues. Make sure that they have alternative contacts in case they are unable to reach you during class time.
Real-Life Example: Franklin Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School is a great example of an institution that has successfully tackled these issues. The school established a tech hotline where parents can call in case they experience technical challenges. Teachers also have access to tech experts who assist them with any issues. They have set up community Wi-Fi hotspots to address the lack of reliable internet for some students.
This is only the tip of the iceberg on how to solve online learning issues? It’s all about innovating and adapting to the newly presented challenges. We encourage teachers to collaborate and share their experiences on how they are sailing through online learning. The pandemic might have presented us with various challenges but together, we will find a way to make online education an effective tool for shaping future generations.
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” — Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist. As teachers, we always aim to be the best in shaping the minds of our students. Conquering the challenges of online learning is the first step to ensuring they get the quality education they deserve, no matter the circumstance.
