Charts


If we want students to communicate effectively, we need to teach them how to do so.

Here are charts we've used with students to set norms for online video calls, written conversation and microwriting, and for commenting on an LMS, in blogs and in small group discussions.

Support students in how to interact with one another

Set clear expectations for how to comment on a classmates work. Now is a great time to practice giving positive and specific comments. Set up your system to approve all comments if this isn't something you've already done with students. This way you can ensure everyone is following guidelines and support any students that need to have another go.

Ziemke & Muhtaris, 2020.