Tag: teachers of online classes

  • 4 Pieces of Advice for New Teachers

    4 Pieces of Advice for New Teachers

    Make it clear, in all aspects, that you are the adult in the room. You can do this! Veteran teachers, what else would you add? Read more

  • Why Students Take Virtual Classes

    Why Students Take Virtual Classes

    4 Reasons Students Take Virtual Classes: 1. To Graduate Early Some students take a full load of classes face-to-face, and add on virtual classes in order to graduate early. Usually, students who do this are very motivated and self-driven. They typically have a very good reason for wanting to graduate early. Some may want to… Read more

  • Building Positive Relationships While Teaching Virtuallly

    Building Positive Relationships While Teaching Virtuallly

    It’s important to build positive relationships while teaching, but especially important while teaching virtually. Host a Zoom Coffee at the beginning of the semester. Tell students to bring your favorite (school appropriate) beverage and be prepared to introduce yourself. Use the time to briefly go over the course, your syllabus/ pacing guide, and expectations. You… Read more

  • How to Make a Pacing Guide for an Online Class

    How to Make a Pacing Guide for an Online Class
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    Divide the number of units by the number of weeks = number of units per week that need to be completed Pay attention to when school holidays and teacher workdays are (especially short weeks). You do not want to assign a full load on a three-day week (ask me how I know 🤪). To break… Read more