What must teachers be aware of about brain-based learning when teaching online courses?

Teachers must be aware about brain-based learning when teaching online courses is they need to mix things up, just as they would in a face-to-face course.  To do so, they might need to think outside of the box because some strategies are easier to implement in a face-to-face course versus online.  Teachers might also consider using Jensen's seven stages that make sense to the brain, but adapt them to an online course. 

Teachers must try their best to make connections between new material and learners' previous knowledge.  They'll want to preexpose learners to material through video, posters, etc. and offer a range of activities that appeal to various multiple intelligences.  They'll also want to allow opportunities for learners to construct their own meaning and answer their own questions.  Teachers must allow learners time to reflect on the material and if possible, review previous information.  Teachers of online courses need to use formative feedback.  Finally, they need to remember to not take themselves too seriously and that learners like knowing that their teacher is human, too.