Virtual Office Hours
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Virtual office hours traditionally refer to set times when an instructor is available to learners for one-on-one or small-group consultations. Sometimes, these hours are scheduled individually.
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The Uses of Virtual Office Hours
Office hours may be used to offer customized feedback for learners about their individual works or portfolios. They may be used to consult on project planning. They may be used for "live performance" evaluations through audio-video means. These are used also for learner supports.
Office hours help the instructor bond with students. They humanize the instructor and learners.
Technologies for Synchronous Communications
Instructors will use live chat, live video, live audio, and webinar software to conduct office hours. They will also often use email and telephone. The idea is to have multiple channels of communications.