Getting ESL online with course management systems

What doesn't work?

• Overly complex ideas - simplify!
  
  • Start with one or two features
  • Don't do things beyond your technical abilities
• Chatting with large classes - try groups
• On-line writing with beginners
• Technology issues:
  * Logging in twice
  * Steps to get to BB discussion (number of clicks)
  * Mousing
  * Lack of keyboard skills
  *Students shutting down before posting work
  
• Couldn't follow written directions
• Unfamiliar with computer language such as 'submit'
• Students overwhelmed
• Setting up a distance course and letting it go - you must be actively involved!

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