Some of the strategies of ensuring an online presence include;
1.Introduction email- this used to break the ice and introduce oneself to the participants to the course.
2. the facilitator can introduce himself or herself to the participants using his or her biography to represent oneself.
3. there should be a schedule for office hours which can be used by the participants to meet and discuss with the facilitator.
4.the language used in the forum should be personal so as to make the participants feel the warmth of the conversation and encourage feedback.