Empathetic Remote and Hybrid Learning. As almost all schools across the globe are back in session in some form or another, many have decided to begin the year remotely with the hopes that COVID-19 cases will subside in the coming months.
Others have started the year with some sort of hybrid model. There is no easy decision when it comes to determining which pathway is the most appropriate at this time. Each, in its own right, presents particular challenges. Regardless of the route taken, all learners and adults' health and safety should be the driving force that determines whether to stay the course or move in another direction. Key quotes on COVID-19 and education: What's the future of school? In partnership with our parent organization, the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), IJNet is connecting journalists with health experts and newsroom leaders through a webinar series on COVID-19.
The series is part of the ICFJ Global Health Crisis Reporting Forum. The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the last school year for many students around the world. Now, experts are looking ahead to how ongoing outbreaks will affect education in both the near and distant future. To discuss how countries around the world are handling education in the face of crisis and important considerations while covering the issue, deputy director of the Education Writers Association (EWA) Eric Robelen led a conversation with Brookings Institution’s Emiliana Vegas; Chika Oduah, an award-winning Nigerian-American journalist; and Antônio Gois, a Brazilian education reporter, consultant and founder of the Brazilian Association of Education Reporters.
On innovative methods being deployed worldwide. 8 Ideas Designed to Engage Students In Active Learning Online. I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning.
The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. A big issue for many teachers was a general lack of student engagement online. I cannot say I am surprised given the lack of clarity about expectations for participation online, the “no harm” grading policies adopted by many districts during school closures, and issues around equity and access. This fall, students will likely be learning, at least in part, online. Given that reality, I wanted to share a collection of strategies designed to engage students in active learning online. 1.
This is a digital spin on a traditional concept mapping exercise. Virtual school is changing how we think about screen time. How countries are using edtech (including online learning, radio, television, texting) to support access to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education has put out TVET guidelines called "Alternative Education Scheme for Persistence of ‘Corona Virus’ in the Country".
A Pedagogical Framework for Managing Face-to-Face and Remote Learners at the Same Time. It's has been great to be back in schools working shoulder to shoulder with teachers and administrators as I kicked off year two with the Corinth School District in Mississippi.
Until this point, most of my interactions with educators have been through virtual presentations, workshops, and coaching. Now don't get me wrong as this has been incredibly fulfilling and a great learning experience for me. However, you just can't replace face-to-face professional learning, in my opinion. Body language, eye contact, verbal discourse, collaboration, and relationship building are much more powerful when people are physically together. Inbox (728) - lottieinbj - Gmail. 131 Tools for Distance Learning & Strategies for Student Engagement. With the rapid growth of preventative responses towards the COVID-19 outbreak, it seems distance learning is trend here to stay at least for the next 6-12 months.
Being prepared to take your classrooms fully online can be stressful, and finding the right curriculum resources challenging when it may be your first foray into the EdTech space. In this article, you’ll get a comprehensive list of helpful learning tools, learn common benefits and drawbacks of remote learning, and learn a few strategies for keeping students engaged while remote to help you through this challenging time. If we missed any helpful resources along the way, please let us know and we’d be happy to add it to our list. 100+ Tools for Distance Learning We’ve scoured the web for helpful apps, tools, and platforms to help you as you set up your distance learning environments during your school closures.
Full Curriculum Coverage Distance Learning Tools. 5 Ways to Activate Learner Agency in Distance Learning. One observation that has stuck with me throughout the last few months is that the pandemic has shone a light on the passivity of our students.
Zaretta Hammond describes this as the difference between dependent and independent learners. The art of inquiry teaching...from a distance: Part #1 — KATH MURDOCH. Someone described it to me as the ‘moment when the clouds parted and the sun shone through’.
That is what it felt like way back in June (remember June?) When, for a few precious weeks, I was able to go into schools and work with kids and teachers face to face. 12 Creative Ways to Connect with Students Online. Four weeks ago on a Friday afternoon, I left my 7th grade ELA classroom not knowing that I was saying goodbye.
That weekend, I found out that my school would be closed until May. Like many other teachers, I went through a brief period of mourning. Guidance on Active Learning at Home in COVID 19 Outbreak. How countries are using edtech (including online learning, radio, television, texting) to support access to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.