TL;DR: This post shares a number of strategies for how to efficiently and effectively manage a virtual classroom. Organizational tips to make your virtual classroom work include planning your vision, using a calendar, creating announcements and meaningful assignments, and more. It all started on fine March day where we had to teach online. Without a choice, we had to teach … Read More
The Value of Giving
TL;DR: Giving and sharing resources with other educators will inspire joy and success in the classroom. Educators are facing many challenges, but finding educational resources shouldn’t be one of them. Education Blueprint is a platform that allows all teachers the ability to upload and download content, connect to fellow educators, and identify and share supporting classroom resources in all K-12 … Read More
Building Relationships Online
TL;DR: You can build relationships online just as effectively as you can in person. Online relationships can be formed despite the barriers of time and distance. The relationships you build online can lead to long-lasting friendships. Build meaningful relationships with students in an online learning environment the same way you build connections online with colleagues. Building Relationships Online Started Early … Read More
Teaching and Learning Online during COVID-19
TL;DR: Resources for students (and teachers!) learning online. Using the Grid Method online during distance learning. Resources for teaching online. The lights were out, the halls were empty, and disinfectant stung my nose as I walked through the empty elementary school I call home. I know this situation is precarious and surreal to some. I also know that the amazing … Read More
How eLearning is Changing the World
Video Highlights: Rae Hughart breaks down just 3 of the many definitions of eLearning, and how eLearning is changing the world of education. There are many definitions for “eLearning.” Rae covers 3 definitions: Ways you are learning online. Reading a blog, watching a video, or taking an online course. eLearning is making content more accessible. If you want to learn … Read More