The Student Engagement Challenge in Launching the Online Learning Platform Learning Objective 1. Identify effective leadership styles, traits, behaviors, and values 2. Describe the historical development of the concept of leadership 3. Identify strengths and weaknesses of current leadership models 4. Explain the potential impact of effective leadership on organization effectiveness, employee motivation, empowerment, and success As part of the university's initiative to launch a new online learning platform, students have identified a critical problem related to student engagement. The leadership is seeking innovative solutions to ensure that students actively participate, feel connected, and have a fulfilling learning experience on the new platform. "The university is committed to launching an innovative online learning platform to adapt to changing educational landscapes. However, there is a concern about ensuring robust student engagement to replicate the interactive and collaborative experience of traditional classrooms. As students, your challenge is to propose creative solutions that address the following key aspects: 1. Active Participation: Develop strategies to encourage and facilitate active participation among students in online classes, considering various learning preferences and styles. 2. Community Building: Propose initiatives that foster a sense of community and connection among online students, overcoming the potential sense of isolation that can come with remote learning. 3. Effective Communication: Suggest tools, platforms, or methods to enhance communication between students and faculty, ensuring clarify, responsiveness, and a supportive online learning environment. 4. Assessment and Feedback: Devise methods for effective assessment and feedback mechanisms that provide meaningful insights into students' progress while maintaining the integrity of the learning process. 5. Inclusivity: Ensure that the online learning platform caters to diverse student