Presentations
Tuesday, August 4 2020
9:00 - 9:50
Student Perspectives on Online Learning
Student Panel w/ Melissa Gould - Minnesota Connections Academy
10:00 - 10:50
Using Student Data in Meaningful Ways
Shelli Matheson & Tracy Quanstrom - Wolf Creek Online School
We will present data on our student logs and other data points such as at risk factors that we use for both qualitative and quantitative data in our small charter school.
11:00 - 11:50
Positive Assessment Practices
Melissa Greene - MNOHS, Meagan Rathbun - Elk River, Matthew Schempp - BlueSky Online Charter School
This session will feature collaborative tools to structure formative assessment and best practices in providing timely, effective feedback in an online setting.
12:00 - 12:50
Creating Connections with Discussion in Online Classrooms
Dan McGuire - SABIER
This presentation will demonstrate the advantages of using online discussions to increase communication between students and their teacher, and between students. Doing so will reduce the reliance on synchronous meetings. Participants will participate a 3 minute online discussion during the presentation.
13:00 - 13:50
Engaging and Connecting with Learners in an Asynchronous Online Environment
Jenny Ahern & Joe Schingen - Academic Excellence Online High School
In this workshop, we will uncover OLL pedagogical strategies that allow learners to connect outside of real-time instruction. Workshop strategies include utilizing interactive feedback, giving learners a voice, facilitating autonomy, and more.
14:00 - 14:50
Bringing Virtual Learning to Life
Wendy Wolfe - Concordia University
“Distance Learning” isn't a checklist. Guided by the 4C's, explore engaging learning activities for face to face, blended and online learning environments! Fill your toolbox with free digital tools designed to engage all students in meaningful ways.
15:00 - 15:50
eLibrary Minnesota: Research Tools for All Ages and Disciplines
Beth Staats - Minitex
This session will cover information specific to eLibrary Minnesota (ELM) including how to access, use, cite, and share information within it. ELM resources are aimed at all ages and disciplines.