Distance Learning #5
April 5, 2020
Thank you! Blessings on your Holy Week!
Grade/Subject ZOOM Meetings
2nd Grade - ttps://zoom.us/j/3662340759 Carol - Tuesday, 4/7/20, 2:30 pm
We will meet back up when we return from break.
PANDEMIC PEDAGOGY: WHAT’S WORKING RIGHT NOW IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING? A.J.Juliani
So, where do we go from here?
Let’s learn from each other on what is working RIGHT NOW.
This week I am going to be hosting FOUR Live Webinars. But, they’ll be a bit different. The focus is going to be on sharing strategies, structures, and tools that are working right now – shared by all of you in our community.
Sign-up for your grade level webinar below, and you’ll also be prompted to share what is working right now in your current situation (if you are unable to make the live time, please still sign up so you’ll receive the webinar replay and resources):
PANDEMIC PEDAGOGY: WHAT’S WORKING IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING RIGHT NOW K-2 (CLICK TO REGISTER)
K-2 WEBINAR TIME: 8PM EDT ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH
PANDEMIC PEDAGOGY: WHAT’S WORKING IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING RIGHT NOW 3-5 (CLICK TO REGISTER)
3-5 WEBINAR TIME: 9PM EDT ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH
PANDEMIC PEDAGOGY: WHAT’S WORKING IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING RIGHT NOW 6-8 (CLICK TO REGISTER)
6-8 WEBINAR TIME: 8PM EDT ON THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
PANDEMIC PEDAGOGY: WHAT’S WORKING IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING RIGHT NOW 9-12 (CLICK TO REGISTER)
9-12 WEBINAR TIME: 9PM EDT ON THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
If you just want to share what is working right now in your situation, please fill out this form so we can feature it during the webinar.
Thanks for all you are doing each and every day!
This is emergency remote learning.
It was not planned for. In a matter of days, teachers and school leaders have had to take curriculum, resources, assessments, and lessons that were designed for an in-person (or at least blended) experience (and without any sustained training), turned it into a remote learning experience.
This is hard work, but it is the only option.
On top of this process, educators are dealing with their own families, friends, and loved ones. Those they may be in quarantine with, and those that they may be worried about during this pandemic.
The families of students we are working with are also facing uncertainty, anxiety, and medical concerns during this pandemic.
That is why this is not only “remote” learning, but “emergency remote learning”.
I was reminded of this (and my failure to acknowledge the difference) while preparing for our webinar for school leaders last night (here is the replay link if you’d like to watch) with George Couros and Katie Novak. In his most recent blog post, “Towards A New and Better Normal“, George explains:
I know many families are asking for routine and structure at this time, and I appreciate so many educators working with families to help them in any way that can. But I was also reminded that this is not merely schools moving “online.” The title of this article hit me when I read it; “The Difference Between Emergency Remote Teaching and Online Learning.”
Join your grade level Google Group and share ideas and lessons with one another!
This is well worth your time to watch and reflect on with your collegues.
PRACTICAL THEORY A View From the Schoolhouse
“Doing School” In The Time of Coronavirus
- The single most important thing school can do right now is make sure every student knows that their teachers care about them, and that we are thinking about them, and we want them to know we’re out here, wanting to teach them.
- Know that many kids are going to struggle with this new modality.
- The simplicity of assignments matter even more now. That does not mean “easy,” it means that our instructions should be simplified so that the structure of assignments do not get in the way of kids’ ability to access the work.
- You cannot assess the way you traditionally have. You just can’t.
- Assessment may be less important, but feedback is more important.
- Agency and relevancy matters a lot. Now is a time to help kids see the “why” in everything we would ask them to do.
3 Ways to Use Video Conferencing with Students Learning Remotely - Caitlin Tucker 3/23/20
Posted on March 23, 2020 by Catlin Tucker (click here for the full article)
#1 Small Group Instruction
Teachers can host a series of short Zoom or Google Hangouts sessions throughout the day focused on different skills or topics. These online sessions are an excellent way to continue teaching and connecting with learners. These sessions can be recorded and posted on class websites, Google Classroom, or a learning management system.
#2 Facilitate a Small Group Discussion
Teachers can invite students to participate in a small group discussion about a chapter they read in a text or the textbook, debrief about a flipped video lesson, or unpack complex issues or topics related to your subject area.
#3 Conferencing with Students
Conferencing online with students about their goals, progress, questions, and concerns is a powerful way to use video conferencing capabilities. Teachers can create a schedule of timeslots using an online calendar, like Google Calendar or Calendy, to allow students to sign up for 5-minute conferencing sessions.
I am a fan of using a goal-setting activity to guide conferencing sessions about student progress. I adapted Simon Sinek’s golden circle from his book Start with Why to get students thinking about why they want to achieve a particular goal (academic or personal), how they will go about achieving it, and what success will look or feel like. Daily Goal Setting Link
12 ways to connect with kids and prioritize relationships while teaching remotely by Angela Watson
12 ways to connect with kids and prioritize relationships while teaching remotely (click here for the full article)
1. Let kids see your face
2. Eat lunch together
3. Have a virtual party and regular celebrations
4. Hold “spirit days” with fun themes
5. Maintain some of their favorite classroom routines
6. Connect around books
7. Do individual check-ins
8. Provide fun opportunities for kids to interact with their friends
9. Hold class meetings
10. When you’re unsure of what’s needed, ask kids for input
11. Build self-care and socio-emotional well-being into your schedule and assignments
12. Be human first: set the tone of caring more about their physical and mental well-being than academics (even if you’re required to teach a lot).
Donna Volpitta, EdD, founder of the Center for Resilient Leadership:
Today, resilience has a much broader meaning. For researchers and professionals working with kids, it’s not just about “bouncing back.” It’s about “bouncing forward.”
Resilience doesn’t just mean getting back to normal after facing a difficult situation. It means learning from the process in order to become stronger and better at tackling the next challenge.
Mystery Doug Livestream
Doug is inviting students into his home for a LIVE, 20-minute science show. He’ll answer real kids’ questions about the current situation we’re all dealing with, as well as share a few fun surprises.
Teachers, make this part of your lesson plan for next Tuesday! Forward this email to families to invite them.
Mystery Doug Livestream
Tuesday, April 7th, 10 am Pacific
mysteryscience.com/live
Deeper Conversations
Daily Journal Entry Prompts by Regie Routman
During this challenging time in all of our lives, daily writing—by students and adults—can provide respite and a safe, creative, and emotional outlet. Through writing and/or illustrating stories, poems, journal entries, comics, graphic texts, or whatever form or genre the imagination conjures up, we can add meaning and documentation to our present and future lives.
With admiration and deep respect for all you do for students,
Reading Log/Padlet/Flipgrid
Tips For Teaching Remotely Webinar
15 April 2020, 6am US EDT (15 April 2020, 8pm AEST)
What time will it be in your time zone? Check here
APRIL TOPIC: TBC [watch the replay of the March Tips For Teaching Remotely webinar here]
Math Resources
SEL and the Shift to Virtual Learning- COVID 19 Webinar Series
April 7, 2020, 11:00 am PT/2:00 pm ET
How leaders and educators might need to rethink ways to support students virtually, especially when they are no longer in the safe school setting.
Trauma-Informed Leadership- COVID-19 Webinar Series
April 8, 2020, 1:00 pm PT/4:00 pm ET
WHAT THEY'RE DOING IN TEXAS
Lunch 'n Learn Webinar with Dr. Kecia Ray
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
12:00 PM EDT I 11:00 AM CDT I 9:00 AM PDT
In Texas, the needs of teachers, students, and families across the state vary greatly as they face long-term school closures. In this Lunch ‘n Learn Remote Learning Webinar Series, you’ll meet district leaders from small, medium, and large districts to learn how they are meeting these diverse needs as they roll out remote learning programs. In addition to ensuring teachers are delivering effective instruction in this all-new teaching environment, these leaders discuss how they are supporting other aspects of the well-being of their communities.
Offical Lunch 'n Learn Webinar Sponsor
Focusing on What is Important to Students Right Now- COVID-19 Webinar Series
April 13, 2020, 12:00 pm PT/3:00 pm ET
How should educators and parents think about what's best for our students? We've heard about Maslow before Bloom. How do we make that happen? And how do we navigate what's typically expected in a school setting with what's possible and what's needed today?
Join two leaders who have young kids at home with them: Jaime Casap, Chief Google Evangelist for the last 14 years, and David Hardy, a Former Superintendent and Education Elements' Managing Partner, for a conversation as they explore what's important for kids right now.
WHAT THEY'RE DOING IN NEW YORK CITY
Lunch 'n Learn Webinar with Dr. Kecia Ray
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
12:00 PM EDT I 11:00 AM CDT I 9:00 AM PDT
Hear how the New York City Department of Education launched a remote learning program to the nation’s largest school district. Described as nothing short of a Herculean effort, the NYCDOE -- which is more a system of schools than a school system -- was able to deploy millions of devices in less than a week. Along with this deployment, the NYCDOE was also able to train their teachers with a variety of formats, as well as release a vast library of curated online resources. In this virtual roundtable conversation, Dr. Kecia Ray talks with leaders from the NYCDOE about their remote learning strategy both for short- and long-term planning.
WHAT THEY'RE DOING IN LOS ANGELES
Lunch 'n Learn Webinar with Dr. Kecia Ray
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
12:00 PM EDT I 11:00 AM CDT I 9:00 AM PDT
Hear how the Los Angeles Unified School District launched a remote learning program to one of the nation’s largest school districts. The district was quickly able to train their teachers, add a more robust library of vetted resources to their LMS, and roll out the devices needed so every student had access from home. In this virtual roundtable conversation, Dr. Kecia Ray talks with leaders from the LAUSD about their remote learning strategy both for short- and long-term planning.
Corwin - Coffee Talk (Nancy Frey and Doug Fisher w/special guests)
Monday, April 6 - 11:00 am PT Critical Issues in Education Due to the Coronavirus
Peter DeWitt is joined by Monique Corridori, Corwin's Director of Professional Learning Product & Business Management. Peter and Monique will discuss 12 unexpected ways that the COVID-19 epidemic is impacting education, and what it means for the future of education. Join Live on 4/6
Tuesday, April 7 - 11:00 am PT - Read-Alouds to Build Community
Maria Walther talks with Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey about how book experiences can maintain a sense of community, in both brick-and-mortar and virtual classrooms. Join Live on 4/7
Wednesday, April 8 - 11:00 am PT - Love and Equity in the Time of Corona Virus
Gary and Dan will have a conversation on how the equity space is affected by the pandemic and how to best navigate these times from inclusion and equity lens. Join Live on 4/8
Thursday, April 9 - 11:00 am PT - Educator Self-Care & Resilience
The COVID 19 pandemic has disrupted schools across the nation and contributed to a general sense of uncertainty and anxiety. During this time, educators play a critical role in supporting the social-emotional well-being of their students. However, that responsibility carries with it considerable stress and emotional labor for our teachers. Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey chat with Ricky Robertson about ways to care for our well-being as we support others through this challenging time. Join Live on 4/9
Friday, April 10 - 11:00 am PT - Strengths-Based Teaching in Math
Doug and Nancy will talk with Beth Kobett and Karen Karp about the tenets of teaching through a strengths-based lens—in mathematics or any other subject—particularly in these turbulent times as teachers and parents grapple with how to best support and encourage students doing remote learning. Join Live on 4/10
Monday | April 6, 2020 | 11:00 AM EDT
Coffee with Katie and Richard: Brain Compatible Learning
Guest: Richard Cash, Ed.D. Learn the fundamentals of how the brain functions to create deeper learning experiences. REGISTER FOR THE MONDAY 4/6/20 MEETING. IT'S FREE.
Wednesday | April 8, 2020 | 11:00 AM EDT
Closing the Gap with Reflective Questioning, Goal Setting and Critical Thinking
Guest: Kim Geddie Join the co-author of RQ4U: Reflective Questioning for Growth Mindset, and gain practical ways to help students take responsibility for their own decisions, actions, and learning. Close the gap with students setting and achieving goals and realizing increased academic success. REGISTER FOR THE WEDNESDAY 4/8/20 MEETING. IT'S FREE.
ILA 2019 Replay - International Literacy Association
Available April 1 at 9:00 a.m. ET through April 30 at 11:59 p.m. ET
When literacy is embedded in every aspect of education, it creates the environment students need to reach their full potential in the classroom and throughout their lives.
For a limited time (April 1–April 30), ILA is offering this six-session replay free to members and nonmembers (registration required).
These sessions demonstrate the importance of working collaboratively to build and sustain a culture that extends beyond the school setting.
Educating at a Distance - Free Online Conference - April 8, 2020 4 am - 12 pm Pacfic Time
Times are changing and so are we! Join us on this special day of learning for teachers and leaders during this challenging time.
A full day of digital learning opportunities for teachers and leaders. There will be learning sessions in leadership, literacy, content areas, PE, digital learning and best practices for remote instruction.