“Virtual”

Discussion Questions

Although Silvia had no experience in teaching via virtual instruction, she successfully made the transition. What do you think MOST influenced her ability to make the transition?

Silvia said, “I loved the pioneer spirit of the time. There was no guidance. There was no answer in the back of the book. Students and faculty had to figure it out in real time and became peers in the process.”

• What does the statement suggest about Silvia’s approach?
• Do you think her ‘discovery’ applies only to virtual instruction?
• Are there practices and lessons learned that are relevant to classroom instruction?

Despite Silvia’s ability to adapt to the new online environment, she mentions a personal fatigue that sets in.

• How did she deal with her personal fatigue?
• Did you feel a similar fatigue? If so, what did you do to address it?
• Are there practices that you learned from your experience that you still maintain?