In reading about teaching presence, Vaughan et al., principles important via the design such as open communication and critical reflection as it provides a foundation for what is to be expected.
The practice that I identified where the professor and I posted uplifting quotes demonstrated the characteristics of community and cohesion because during the pandemic we wanted to share that everyone is struggling in their own and different ways.
I see the idea of teaching presence could have a more impactful and meaningful experience when the assessments are aligned with the course learning objectives and outcomes because as Anderson et al., article highlights that it is not only about the design and facilitation but also the educational outcomes.