Quick Tips

• Be flexible. Be empathetic. Start synchronous meetings checking in with students to see how things are going.

• Consider meeting in smaller groups rather than whole class, even scheduling one-on-one meetings.

• If your videoconferencing system allows for breakout rooms, create activities that allow for students to get in smaller groups for periods of time.

• Create a list of norms about interacting synchronously.

• If your videoconference tool does not have a system for raising hands, create systems for participating in turn. Examples include using a symbol in the chat bar, toggling video on/off, or have students hold up a brightly colored object to alert the teacher.

• Provide tutorials and practice sessions as well as a parent help guide.

• Create activities that are short but allow for all students that are in attendance to participate.

• Follow up with students who were unable to attend with alternate activities. In additional, follow up with everyone recapping the learning.