Relationships
Positive connections that foster interaction and establish a nurturing environment of trust and support.
Act Now
- Reply early and often to student and family inquiries
- Conduct check-in phone calls/video conferences with students and families
- Thank families for their support and encourage dialogue through outreach and vulnerability
- Identify and intentionally avoid using common educational jargon (acronyms, words and phrases)
- Share learning goals and specific, measurable outcomes with students and families
Check Out
- 4 Tricks for Building Relationships During Remote Learning (We Are Teachers)
- How to Coach Parents Who Are Teaching at Home (Edutopia)
- Creating Moments of Genuine Connection Online (Cult of Pedagogy)
Resources
Materials, tools, and supplies that support active learning and skill development.
Act Now
- Provide a list of applications/technology tools that are used in the classroom.
- Ask three before me (Google the issue, ask a sibling, chat with a friend)
- Provide a list of supplies and instructional materials that are needed.
- Minimize the number of applications and instructional materials used.
- Share tips with students and families for setting up a productive learning space at home.
Check Out
- 3 Tech Tools for Distance Learning and Beyond (Edutopia)
- How to Set Up a Remote Learning Environment for Your Kids (New York Times)
- Designing Your LMS To Make Distance Learning Better (Edutopia)
Routines
Rehearsed and predictable practices that provide structure to support efficient and effective learning.
Act Now
- Establish a consistent location and predictable schedule for sharing information.
- Focus on the implementation of flexible routines rather than rigid schedules.
- Share virtual office hours information with students and families.
- Share expectations for synchronous and asynchronous participation.
- Encourage student development of reflection, self-awareness, and outreach skills.
Check Out
- Engaging Parental Support for Smarter Thinking (Edutopia)
- Establishing Routines for Remote Learning (Edutopia)
- 7 Guiding Principles for Parents Teaching From Home (Edutopia)