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in reply to: Expanding Your Tech Toolbox #15153

I hadn’t heard about whiteboard.fi before. I could see it being used for quick checks for understanding and formative assessments. I could also see it beign used to provide additional scaffolds to students who need them. Also, since our district has turned off our ability to chat with students, I think it also could serve as a way for students to signal to the teacher that they need additional assistance or clarification. Some students are more comfortable chatting than raising their hand and asking questions aloud.

[bondelm]

in reply to: Practicing Blended Learning #3014

We currently use Canvas not only for content but for student submissions and feedback. I think we could better prioritize student interactions. Our face to face periods are very short and take place every other day, so I think we sometimes feel rushed to get through content and don’t provide enough opportunity for students to collaborate, share their learning, and provide feedback to one another.

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in reply to: Blended Learning Models #3013

The model our school is currently using is a split A/B model. What I like about this model is that the smaller number of students on campus really help us get to know students well and engage with them in a way that would not be possible if the number of students was significantly larger. I also think it provides a lot of opportunities for individualized feedback and support. I do think though some of our classes are so small, it is sometimes difficult to get good group conversation going. Our school focuses a great deal on workplace readiness and career development, so this model also provides the flexibility for our students work, participate in internships, pursue additional technical training, or even attend the community college.

Within this model, what I would expect to see and hear is student participation in discussions, engagement in lab activities and applications of their learning, writing workshops, one-on-one conferences with teachers, and student-led activities.

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