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What defines an online instructor? Explore the path to becoming an independent educator

Koors blog

28/5/2024

7
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Welcome to the dynamic world of online training, where more and more e-trainers reflect the constant excitement of this sector.

If you have a desire to share your knowledge as a self-employed entrepreneur, but feel overwhelmed by the initial steps, don't worry. The key to this new journey lies in the rapid creation of an online micro-business. This is why it is essential to have a solid understanding of the digital world, allowing you to quickly master the tools at your disposal. Here are the essential tools that an e-trainer must master in order to carry out his activities successfully.

To embark on this adventure, you must master the tools necessary to create your courses as an independent trainer.

Boost your self-employed activity to become an e-trainer

The e-trainer must demonstrate the ability to share knowledge and deliver courses entirely remotely using digital tools and video conferences.

The key to growing your business as an independent trainer lies in the ability to optimize your time:

  • Organize your courses by creating chapters and including webinars for a complete learning experience.
  • Easily design your training in a few clicks, save the theoretical part of the training as a text, audio or video presentation.
  • Integrate all the documents and teaching materials you want, directly on the platform, simplifying access to the resources that learners need.
  • Develop learning paths by combining multiple courses and webinars, offering a structured learning experience.
  • Plan sessions by setting start and end dates for your courses and courses, allowing for effective management of the learning calendar.


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All right, you're almost done! 👏 Now that the framework is set, let's move on to choosing the best tools.

The e-trainer must have a mastery of digital tools

Being a good trainer also means constantly learning. It's important to update your skills and knowledge to be effective. In particular, it is essential to master the numerous digital tools. Here are the tools to facilitate the assimilation of the training modules.

a) LMS platforms:

An LMS platform is essential to manage your online training courses. An LMS is the ideal work tool, facilitating the effective distribution of training courses. All educational resources, as well as training courses, are centralized on a single platform.

An LMS can also manage online and remote modules. For example, trainers have the option of organizing virtual courses or scheduling in-person courses directly from the platform.

b) Virtual classrooms:

As part of an online training program, virtual classrooms are an excellent way to train distance learners while diversifying learning methods. By integrating virtual courses into the online training course, the independent trainer alternates between synchronous and asynchronous learning.

Apprenticeship Synchronous Brings together learners and trainers in the same space-time, whether online or in person (through Virtual classrooms, of webinars, etc.). On the Other Hand, Apprenticeship asynchronous encourages the autonomy of learners through e-learning modules, forums, etc. The diversification of these modalities constitutes a comprehensive training offer, perfectly adapted to the needs of learners.

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However, it is essential to note that facilitating a virtual classroom can be more complex than it seems. Trainers sometimes overlook the real challenge of keeping learners' attention at a distance.

To ensure effective facilitation of a virtual classroom, the trainer must:

  • Ensure its vocal modulation and presentation to keep learners engaged without risking boring them.
  • Encourage participation by asking questions and organizing interactive workshops
  • Boost the course by integrating surveys, quizzes, and other interactive elements.
  • Encourage participants' interaction with digital tools, such as allowing learners to speak, using a virtual “whiteboard”, and facilitating communication via chat.

c) Forum:

The discussion forum represents an online space accessible to members of a group, promoting communication in an electronic, conversational, textual, and asynchronous manner. Organized into sub-spaces according to the evolution of discussions, the main objectives of this tool are to prevent the isolation of learners and to reduce the frequent dropout rate in online education. Its purpose is also to support work, collaboration, and learning through the exchange of asynchronous text messages.

The tip of an independent trainer to keep control of your educational content

To succeed as an independent trainer, it is recommended that you expand your network to create new opportunities. The role of the e-trainer remains crucial in the context of online training, requiring in particular the following actions:

  • Accompany students throughout the training.
  • Create relationships between participants.
  • Respond to learners' questions and concerns.
  • Follow up to assess the progress of students, review their knowledge, explore their practical applications, and respond to emerging questions as they occur.

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