Imagine you have eight to 15 seconds to impress someone you meet for the first time. That’s how long you have to hook your online students and make them feel welcome in your class. This is crucial for setting the tone and establishing your presence as an instructor. But how do you do this when you teach a course you did not design, have 30 plus students per section, and face your own participation requirements as an instructor? Try the 5P approach. This is a set of five strategies that will help you create a positive and engaging learning environment for your online students.
