Table 8 Thematic coding of open-ended question 1
Thematic category | Percentage (n = 33) | Selected individual responses |
|---|---|---|
Clear feedback | 26 | If a teacher gives me direct feedback or shows me a specific article Turning around feedback and CLEAR deadlines |
Rubrics and clear instructions | 26 | Teachers give explicit instructions on what should be on a paper. Teacher gives a study guide for a quiz I like when there is an APA template The learning contract helps me clearly provide details of what the professor wants us to have according to the course |
Time management | 13 | Setting aside uninterrupted time to focus on assignments It takes me a long time to read through all the discussion posts in online classes, so I have software that reads to me. It helps a lot Using a planner. I like to put all my course schedules in one place. That way I can see when everything is due in one easy-to-read spot instead of having to look through multiple papers |
Real-life connection to content | 10 | Connecting information to real-world examples I like when a professor can show me an example of something in research and connect it to something I might see every day |
Collaboration | 10 | The use of Moodle was great for me to add more than just my assignments. It also helps me interact with classmates online so that I can use their critique to outline my final papers Break out rooms to engage with other students |
Reinforcing lectures | 3 | Reinforcing lectures with reading materials |