“As the role of the educator evolves, human connection and guidance will become increasingly more- not less- important”
Category: Student engagement
Aug 11
2 Simple Ways to Improve Online Instruction from Edutopia
“In the months since the pandemic caused an emergency rush to distance learning, many teachers have made significant strides in improving the remote teaching skills they need to reach all learners. “
Aug 06
A debate coach with experience guiding virtual discussions explains how to get students to engage with each other and with the course content: 4 tips for productive online discussions by John Ng
establish online etiquette and a discussion agenda make time for research be purposeful about group size and role assignment facilitate discussion Read article
Aug 02
Showing up matters!
This year more than ever before, there is a great need to invest in the transition back to school for both students and families. Every student and family experienced some level of stress, while others have experienced deep trauma from family illness, death and loss of income. During the 2020-2021 school year, education may occur in classrooms, virtually or as a combination. School transitions in and out of classrooms may occur more than once. New research shows that many students could begin the new school year significantly behind in their academic learning. As protests over racism demonstrate, our public institutions, including schools have not adequately addressed the systemic barriers that limit access and equitable opportunities.
Jul 13
‘The Human Connection Is Everything’: Dave Eggers on What He’s Learned From Tutoring Students
“The human connection is everything. This distance learning moment during the pandemic has really proved that technology only gets you so far.”
Jun 21
4 things you can do to root out anti-black racism in your school
“First and foremost, educators, even in this stay-at-home moment, you must address racism in America in your schools and classrooms. You must let students talk about what they feel, encourage them to write about their emotions, and create space for students to emote—even as all of that will have to be done virtually. This is …
Jun 21
Five Things Not To Do When Schools Re-open by Pasi Sahlberg
“Many are afraid losing their health, the lives of loved ones, their jobs, their dreams, and their futures. What most parents probably expect from schools now is safety and stability, not revolution or change. I like many others think that now is the time to reimagine schools. But I am afraid that making these dreams come true at scale will be very difficult.”
Jun 08
The shift to working online requires teachers to think a little differently about how to build the culture they want with their students: 5 helpful steps from Edutopia
Complete a culture inventory Establish digital community agreements Establish trusting relationships Build respect Scaffold responsibility Read article