Communication Tools Flashcards

An educator notices that a student has not participated in any online discussions for two weeks. Which communication tool is MOST appropriate for a private outreach?

Answer: Private LMS message or email to the individual student

A private message or email respects the student's privacy while directly addressing their disengagement without public embarrassment.

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a virtual whiteboard tool in online education?

Answer: To enable real-time collaborative visual brainstorming and instruction

Virtual whiteboards allow instructors and students to collaborate visually in real time, supporting brainstorming, diagrams, and interactive lessons.

When conducting a live webinar with 50 students, which tool should an educator use to collect quick student input without disrupting the flow of the session?

Answer: Use polling or live survey features within the conferencing platform

Built-in polling tools gather instant, anonymous responses from all students simultaneously without interrupting the webinar flow.

FERPA regulations require online educators to:

Answer: Protect student educational records from unauthorized disclosure

FERPA mandates that student educational records remain private and cannot be shared without student consent, including in online environments.

An online educator wants to use a third-party communication app (e.g., WhatsApp) for class communication. What is the MOST important consideration?

Answer: Whether the platform complies with institutional policy and student data privacy laws

Third-party apps must comply with institutional data policies and regulations like FERPA before being used for educational communication.

Which of the following is the BEST way to use screen sharing during a live online class?

Answer: Share only the specific application or window relevant to instruction

Sharing only the relevant application or window prevents exposure of personal information and keeps student attention focused on instructional content.

What is the primary advantage of using threaded discussions in an online course compared to a simple linear message board?

Answer: They organize replies within specific topics, making conversations easier to follow

Threaded discussions nest replies under their originating post, keeping related conversations grouped so students can follow specific topics without confusion.