Connecting with Students

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH STUDENTS THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH STUDENTS

Connecting with students through distance learning is going to be significantly more challenging than it is in the classroom. The chart on the left highlights some key things to consider when planning your instructional time and your approach to online teaching.

Using Flipgrid to get know your students

  • If you don't already use Flipgrid, watch the quick video above to learn how to set up your grid. If you need more help, watch this one too: Setting up a Grid

  • Assign a topic or question to your grid.

  • Film and post your response so students have an opportunity to get to know you too.

  • Ask students to film and post their responses.

  • You can make the students' available for other student to view if you wish.


Weekly Warm-up Ideas

Monica Lunde's warm-ups for student wellness and connecting with kids.

Conversation Starters

Mr. Ferry's suggested conversations starters, by department.