Introductions are a great way to start your class. It gets people involved on day one and it is always interesting to read a little bit about everyone. As an instructor, it is important to set the right tone in your introduction. If you want your students to post more, we recommend the following:
Make sure you have a profile photo
Make it personal
Keep it casual
Keep it short
Use emojis
Here are a few examples:
🦉 Tip: Reply to each student’s introduction and give them a 🔥. A little positive encouragement in the beginning goes a long way in terms of keeping students engaged throughout the semester.