For East Tennessee State University’s Whitney Oliver, online teaching is an art
form. But for all that goes into making an online class enjoyable for students, Oliver
said, connection is just as important.
“While content is important, empathy and intentional connection are what truly make learning stick,” said Oliver, a lecturer in the ETSU College of Public Health’s Department of Health Services Management in Policy. “When students feel valued, they’re more likely to engage in the content and work toward success.”
“While content is important, empathy and intentional connection are what truly make learning stick,” said Oliver, a lecturer in the ETSU College of Public Health’s Department of Health Services Management in Policy. “When students feel valued, they’re more likely to engage in the content and work toward success.”