Abstract
As one component of the Community of Inquiry Model, social presence comprises how learners effectively project themselves in a learning environment. Effective cultivation of social presence can lead to more motivated students, success in the class, and, of course, effective online instruction. However, increasing social presence in an online course can be easier said than done. Through a review of literature, this paper briefly overviews the benefits of increased social presence and highlights five research-based strategies for improving social presence in online environments.
Recommended Citation
Jones-Roberts, Charlotte A.
(2018)
"Increasing Social Presence Online: Five Strategies for Instructors,"
FDLA Journal: Vol. 3, Article 8.
Available at:
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/fdla-journal/vol3/iss1/8
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Online and Distance Education Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons