Preparing for face to face learning was a little different this year. If this is a challenge you are facing, I am hoping I can help you out as well with these tips and tricks. Afterall, this year is anything BUT normal. We Are Going Face to Face We got the word that our school system was going to move towards a face to face learning option. They gave us about a week to prepare for this … [Read more...]
Easy & Fun Virtual Countdown to Class Timer
Let me show you an easy & fun virtual countdown to class timer. Since my virtual classroom is using Google Meet as our video conferencing tool, I am using AND LOVING this simple tool regularly. So if you are interested in creating a fast, easy, and CUTE class tools countdown timer... you are in the right place. Why Do I Need a Class Timer? First, I love the idea of building up … [Read more...]
Preparing to Go Virtual: Plan for Success
Let's chat all about how you start preparing to go virtual to plan for success. Many of us feel lost and without clear directions, which is causing stress. Many of us WANT to start planning and prepping but don't know where to start. Preparing to Go Virtual: Back up to Spring First, let me start by telling you that in the Spring, I taught LIVE daily for 45 school days. I taught new … [Read more...]
Preparing To Go Virtual: Teacher Command Center
My eyes are on a Teacher Command Center as I prepare to go virtual. I am now preparing for virtual teaching in my classroom. Word came down that my school is officially going virtual for at least a few weeks. After Labor Day, we may go back to traditional learning with Covid-19 safety measures in place or with a hybrid model for learning. For right now, all our students will receive virtual … [Read more...]
How to Make and Manage No-Contact Centers
What are No-Contact Centers? Let's talk about this and so much more. The big question in education is how can we keep students in one room, engaging our learners, and still allowing them to be well... KIDS?! Every school and every district will have different needs, but one thing I am sure that will be the same is this: no contact. So let's dive into how we can still make and manage no-contact … [Read more...]
Reward & Motivate Learners in Digital Learning
Reward & Motivate Learners: Managing a classroom in a classroom is one skill set, but what about managing a digital classroom? Let's talk about some fun and unique ways to reward and motivate learners in a digital learning environment. Before Digital Learning My classroom uses the free site Class Dojo to manage communication, and portfolios, and to reward students for the good choices … [Read more...]
Distance Learning: Easy Tips to Make It Work
Distance learning can make many of us experienced teachers feel like we are brand new teachers and leave many of us craving to help! As a current classroom teacher, I want to share some of our distance learning tips to make it work better. Tip 1: Turn Your Home into a Classroom See if you can take an area of your home into your classroom. My students specifically ASKED me for calendar … [Read more...]
Boom Learning Cards: Digital Learning Tools
Do you know about Boom Learning Cards? My school just completed week three of digital learning. I am not exaggerating when I tell you that I spend a good two weeks trying to get everything rolling and setting my students up for success. I have discovered a huge time saver, headache reliever, and engagement enhancer in the classroom which you will want to know all about! Just wait for to you see … [Read more...]
School Will Remain Closed for the Remainder of the School Year
Today we got the official word; schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year. My mind is racing. My heart is racing. I feel sick. I want to cry and cry hard. This is out of my control. Schools Will Remain Closed for the Remainder of the School Year "Schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year." It has been a long time since I have felt this sense of … [Read more...]
Assess Students in Distance Learning with ESGI
I can't wait to dive into Assess Students in Distance Learning. I figured out something so cool and so amazing, I am literally using this tool multiple times a day to assess students from a distance. That is right, we can assess students when they are at their homes and you are at your home. Let me show you creative ways to assess students. Assess Students in Distance Learning with ESGI You … [Read more...]
Educational Games: Digital Learning Tools
Educational Games: Digital Learning Tools: As we discussed the recent changes to education and the huge jump toward digital learning, let's talk about digital learning tools for Educational Games and what online game formats can we use together. When we talk about fun Educational Games for kids, we mean an online gaming format that is educationally driven. For this topic, we are … [Read more...]
Communication Platforms: Digital Learning Tools
Education just took a huge turn towards digital learning. Although things can seem scary, the learning curve may require just a slight adjustment. Maybe you just need some inspiration for digital learning tools to try. Let's talk all about digital learning tools for Communication Platforms. What are Communication Platforms? When we say Communication Platform, we mean a platform for you as the … [Read more...]