[kimdaley97]

in reply to: 2.9 Digital Lesson and Reflection #18331

Here is a link to my lesson plan: https://portagek12inus-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/personal/kimberly_daley_portage_k12_in_us/Documents/Documents/STEACHING/Lesson%20%232-Part-Time%20Indian.docx?d=w4e31fdac38e745beadbb2c6957676386&csf=1&web=1&e=XeZ3hz

I have done this lesson in person and virtually. I am someone that moves a lot when I teach, it seems that it is also the way that I connect with the class. While I thought it was successful in person, virtually was a bit more challenging. GOOD-I was prepared, it was well though out, and I had great examples. CHALLENGES-moving students from each activity can be tough while trying to keep interaction and their distractions. IMPROVEMENTS-slow down my talking and possibly pacing, I don’t want to loose students or have them disengage.

[kimdaley97]

in reply to: 2.6 Tech Tool Tic-Tac-Toe #18330

We have used Cava, Google Slides, Kahoot, Blooket, Nearpod, and FlipGrid in my classrooms. I enjoy making slides Blooket and Kahoot, students enjoy the competition. Because of the data feature to both, we usually give students formative points for real participation. In the past, students would log on and not actively participate or “not have a device” (we team students up now if that is the case). Students like Flipgrid when we used it for its’ presentation feature, they found it easy to use. I would like to do more learning with the VOICE THREAD app, its’ compare/contrast possibilities could add to deeper student critical thinking.

[kimdaley97]

in reply to: 2.4 Your Digital Home Base #18329

Our school uses Schoology as a Learning Management System. Folders are organized by week, month, and unit. Within Schoology; our syllabus/expectations, due dates, explanation of assignments/resources are assembled for easy access for students. With this LMS, students are able to contact us directly with any issues or questions. I like the ease of being able to supply students with reminders and resources as they continue to build on new skills. As a TOR, I am able to add modified resources to lessons for students to use at their discretion, should they need them.

[kimdaley97]

in reply to: 1.8 Challenges of Teaching Online #18312

I feel that ongoing, active engagement is the most difficult part for teaching students online. In the past, I have used a variety of emails to connect with students. Those emails might be: “hey, how’s it going?”, “I see you completed this, great work”, “thanks for participating today”, or “I haven’t seen you, let’s talk”. I think a solution for the engagement issue is to build a relationship with students and parents.

[kimdaley97]

in reply to: 1.6 Streamlining Your Digital Workspace #18311

I stay organized by using a variety of tools. I have files set up in Google Drives to organize responses to common questions and resources that can be easily modified when necessary based on needs of students. As for emails, I set up folders to track contacts and prioritize information. As a TOR, organization is key to balance and meeting my responsibilities and those of my students. I use Google Calendar for appointments and pending deadlines. I also use a physical calendar and planner for follow up and reminders.

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