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Building Engagement in Virtual Learning Environments, Part 3: Leveling Up Asynchronous Learning Activities

Author: Traci Hedetniemi | Posted:
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In parts one and two of this series, we discussed how to build strong relationships in virtual learning environments and how to optimize live instructional time for maximum student engagement. Now it’s time to turn our attention to where virtual learners spend the majority of their time: asynchronous learning activities. The challenge and opportunity for … read more »

Building Engagement in Virtual Learning Environments, Part 1: Relationships Matter!

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Establishing strong teacher-student relationships in a virtual learning environment can be challenging. Students may sometimes feel their teacher is just a name on their gradebook, or they may think the computer is their teacher instead, particularly in canned curriculum situations. Research on learning and development emphasizes that student success is contingent upon learning conditions that … read more »

Let’s Talk About: Edtech Tools for Community Engagement

Author: Ruth Okoye | Posted:
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Edtech tools can be a great way to strengthen connection, participation, and involvement within a school community. It is important in this time of “viral information” and storytelling for educators to contribute to the dialog about education.  They also need to provide a window into the classroom for their community. Years ago, what happened in … read more »