https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk Question: How will you grab and keep your students’ attention in an environment (home) that is already distracting? Based on what you know about distance learning, which tools would you use for the engage portion your lesson and how would you use them? Give specific examples. Think about creating an actual lesson. Would you use a starter discussion on Google Classroom, an Edpuzzle video, a Brainpop video? Would you combine some of these? en-us 2020-06-23 13:56:51 UTC 2025-11-18 07:18:57 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/263a.png angeliasamples https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/652431543 All of the tools are great ways to engage a student. I chose the Edpuzzle with a Brainpop video about atoms. I included questions throughout the video to keep students engaged. I also enabled the no skipping so that students must watch the entire video. I am in the process of making a HyperSlide for this lesson and plan to incorporate a discussion question for the students. I will have the students answer the discussion question through Padlet this time. Future lessons will have the students using other platforms such as Flipgrid or Google Classroom discussion. 

]]> 2020-07-11 22:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/652431543 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653381905 Each of the platforms discussed are great ways to get students engaged.  With the Pearson My Perspectives program, there are ample opportunities for reflection on questions that kick start a student's learning throughout the unit; therefore, when I think about intertwining digital learning and the program, it seems that using platforms for discussion such as Google Classroom and collaborative documents would work sufficiently for the engage section. For example, I created a 5E lesson in which students are required to "engage" in a collaborative document where they must create a dialogue scene showcasing the different ways generations interact with each other since our selection focuses on this idea along with the integration of the EQ which is "What are some milestones on the path of growing up?" This gets them hooked before reading the selection because they are making connections.  Introduction videos would be effective along with simply good teaching practices that we all know such as KWL charts, anticipation guides, etc. I think that it is important that we let teachers know that they can still use these things also in the "engage" section along with the "new" things to add to their toolbox so that they do not feel completely incompetent or overwhelmed because there will be a definite  learning curve for us all.  Let's focus on building with what we already know to avoid too much resistance. ]]> 2020-07-13 15:52:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653381905 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653387707 2020-07-13 15:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653387707 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653454768 I have always enjoyed using a video, Brain Pop specifically, to introduce a new concept and to gauge what students might already know. While Youtube videos need to be vetted closely, starting with a video related to the lesson but that is also silly or funny is also a favorite of mine. More specifically, when teaching Math I would begin my lesson with a Math Antics video from Youtube that would demonstrate the new concept and then we would continue the lesson.

]]> 2020-07-13 17:22:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653454768 joshuaroberts https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653604624 When I was a classroom teacher I would always love to use some type of video to hook the students on the lesson that was being presented in science and social studies. When learning about habitats and animals of Georgia, I would find either a Youtube video that spoke specifically about an animal or a BrainPop video that would and I would start the lesson with it. This would get the students immediately engaged in the lesson because most of the animals were ones that some students had not seen or knew a lot about. So for digital lessons, I feel it would be best to use a video from Youtube as a hook because students are always engaged when watching some type of video especially in sci]]> 2020-07-13 20:57:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653604624 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653615958 When I was in the classroom I usually used sometime of hook to engage my students when I started a lesson or unit. Back then, I used youtube or Brain Pop for a song of video to grab their attention. I must admit it is exciting to see Edpuzzle etc. to engage students. ]]> 2020-07-13 21:19:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/653615958 tabitha_mcentire https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654153893 We are going to have to get creative on engaging our students. We are going to have to find multiple videos, text, and audio resources to engage students in the lesson. Another thing to think about is extension. We need to plan enough extension choice activities that will accommodate a multitude of abilities, challenging and scaffolding appropriately. I mention this because we have to distinguish between what is an extension activity and what is an engagement activity. Engagement should be more like a phenomenon or puzzling math predicament that will pique students' interest. When all else fails, search for phenomena ideas.]]> 2020-07-14 13:24:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654153893 jill_rogers2 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654320885 We are going to have to be willing to be flexible and constantly adding to our own toolbox. It will require using a combination of all of these in order to keep the students engaged and excited about what is coming next. While they might have already worked with some things like BrainPop, some students may not have seen Edpuzzle yet. ]]> 2020-07-14 16:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654320885 amypetty https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654459008 Being creative is the key.  If I were planning a lesson I would use EDpuzzle,Youtube, or Brainpop for a starter discussion.  Then, use Padlet to let them share what they learned or what they may have questions about.  

]]> 2020-07-14 19:20:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654459008 rebeccahernandez1 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654728841 Throughout the engage portion of each lesson, it is very important to grab each individual students attention. We are going to have to get creative on the different ways we do this. In the lessons that I plan on creating, I want to incorporate videos using Flocabulary or BrainPop. Throughout our MyView curriculum there are often videos or infographics that engage students at the very beginning. It is important to be flexible and willing to change the tools we use to teach in order to keep students engaged. ]]> 2020-07-15 02:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/654728841 annechilders https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655081374 I am so excited to know that all students will be one to one for devices in the upcoming school year. I have used Google classroom for years but have been constrained because of the lack of student computer access – no excuses this year!  Whatever the concept or standard, I start with a practical real world use example – why we need to know this, and what you personally can gain from knowing it – using a video clip to introduce and then ask students to expand the discussion; using Padlet, google questions, or any of the plethora of possibilities, students can not only post their ideas, they can see other students’ ideas sparking additional discussion and learning opportunities. 

]]> 2020-07-15 13:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655081374 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655148409 As a science teacher, I like to use the phenomenon strategy to catch my students' attentions. When this is not possible, I like to use StudyJams for quick introductions or reinforcements. As far as distance learning goes (if our school system goes this route), StudyJams, BrainPop, and National Geographic are excellent attention grabbers. I will definitely use the tools we learned previously (Edpuzzle, etc..). I like how I have Adriane's videos to refer to when I actually start creating lessons. Since every student will have their own device, we will have more capabilities within our curricula. Thank you technology department for this new resource. :-) ]]> 2020-07-15 14:23:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655148409 tonyatinkham https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655448732 Most of my lessons already has some form of engage activity to grab students attention and/or access background knowledge. My strategy would be to take that activity and choose the best tool to covert it into a online/distance activity. Some of my lessons already use videos from various sources like PBS media, youtube, National geographic, etc. I also often start with news articles or scientific text to engage students in real world examples or phenomenons. My engage activities usually involve a collaborative component so the use of padlet, flipgrid and /or GC question/discussion feature will help keep it collaborative even when online.

]]> 2020-07-15 20:46:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655448732 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655901768 Being an administrator who oversees discipline, I feel that students need to know and reflect on any situation where they find themselves in a detention or in ISS. I am creating a series of lessons on topics such as tardies, vaping, bullying vs. being mean/ rude, etc. Students will need to complete these lessons as part of their consequences. If we do go to a hybrid model, time in class will be more vital; these lessons can be done in place of removing a student from class if at all possible. Engagement will be a trick knowing that these lessons are not graded, but will be required. I like the idea of providing choices for the students to get them involved and thinking about why they received the consequence.  I am planning on using a Padlet and Mentimeter for a lesson on tardies for Lunch Detentions.]]> 2020-07-16 09:51:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/655901768 taylorhedden https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/658579158 Our students were not used to their home being their school environment until March. Even then, there were struggles in engaging students and asking students to complete the choice boards. I teach 2nd grade, and all of my students would be more engaged with a lesson if the hook was a video. I love using videos to begin lessons! Since I've been teaching, I have used EdPuzzle to create pieces of the lesson to engage students, but I have had limited technology to complete it with the class. BrainPopJr is my go to jam for lessons! This year will be a new challenge since students will have 1:1 technology, but I am really excited to engage students in a new way with them using the technology to learn and explore. ]]> 2020-07-20 18:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/658579158 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/658872944 I would grab and keep my students’ attention in the ever-distracting world with the use of the 5E Model. Based on what I know about distance learning, for the engage portion of my lesson, I would use a starter discussion on Google Classroom to get my learners hooked on the topic at hand. This could also be used to get the children to respond to each other about their opinions or thoughts concerning the concept. This process could in addition be paired with an EdPuzzle or BrainPop video depending on the lesson. The overall goal is to get students drawn in to the objective we wish to teach them and whatever tool can be used to get to that point should be exercised thoroughly.]]> 2020-07-21 02:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/658872944 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659445289 Technology provides us with so many tools to choose from to grab our students' attention. We can even modify lessons that we used for in-person instruction to better fit our needs for distance learning. For example, most of my students do not know anything about Apartheid so I start the lesson with a gallery walk where they jot down thoughts and questions about the images. For my 5E lesson plan, I converted the gallery walk into a Slides presentation and the reflection sheet to a Google doc so my students can view the images from home. Once they have completed the gallery walk, they predict what the word Apartheid means using the Google Classroom question feature. I  also see myself using EdPuzzle, Mentimeter, and Padlet in the future. I liked to introduce topics using Newsela articles as well, but the free subscription is rather limited for my content area.]]> 2020-07-21 18:17:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659445289 reginaglass https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659454731 All of these tools are great tools to use in the "engage" portion of the 5E lesson plan model. I think the key to the "engage" is choosing the best tool to present the engage portion of your lesson.  For a science lesson, a phenomenon might best be presented through a Youtube video or picture. After watching/viewing, students could document their "notices and wonders" through a a discussion on google Classroom or through Padlet. When learning about the order of operations in math, students might be presented with a math equation with correct and incorrect responses and must explain through a Flipgrid video who solved the equation correctly. In ELA, a teacher might record a screencastify video of them telling a story to their students to help them make connections to a theme or skill. Regardless of the tool, I think that we must ensure that what we are using as our "engage" is relevant, is connected to our learning,  and is varied (we can't use Brainpop for every single lesson to engage). Furthermore, the engage should be thought provoking and motivate our students to want to learn more. Lastly, whatever is used to engage the students should be sustainable enough to come back to throughout the unit/lesson. 
 ]]> 2020-07-21 18:32:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659454731 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659709462 I feel that all of the tools presented would be exceptional if used to "engage" students.  The use of the different tools would vary, I think, based on subject being taught and age/level of students.  When I am introducing, teaching, or reviewing a concept in the media center, I often use videos, most often YouTube or BrainPop/BrainPop Jr.  Now that I am more familiar with Edpuzzle, I will be utilizing it with students, also. I like the idea of getting students engaged in a lesson by pulling them in with a video and then allowing students to discuss using Google Classroom, with me posing questions to get them started. However, flexibility is going to be key.  We are going to have to learn to be more flexible in delivery, and make adjustments as needed, in order to keep students engaged and learning.



]]> 2020-07-22 01:45:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659709462 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659742695 Our education world has been flip turned upside down and we are treading new waters daily.  Because the home environment is so distracting to begin with, I believe we need to find engaging activities/videos that will hold their attention.  For lower elementary I love brainpopjr and for upper elementary I love brainpop.  I love that there are follow up questions for each video and activities.  I would also like to use discussions with upper elementary grades to get them talking with peers like we would do in a regular classroom with a turn and talk.  Opener Discussion is also beneficial for teachers to pre-assess what knowledge students already have.  ]]> 2020-07-22 02:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/659742695 aaronstevenson1 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/660133652 I used a youtube playlist in this lesson for my engage portion because I feel you can find some great videos that create excitement and give students that "hype" feeling.  Though,  when it comes to what I would use most often, I would probably go with starter discussions in Google Classroom.  The students are already accustomed to doing starters at our school and this would be somewhat similar.]]> 2020-07-22 14:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/660133652 danaford https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/660167059 The Engage section is going to be the most critical step in moving to a virtual learning experience. We must find a hook to get the students interested in what is being presented. Video of some sort is almost always a sure bet. When in the classroom, I had access to BrainPop and even my middle school students loved the corniness of it. There are plenty of YouTube videos out there that can be used to peak the students' interest. Sometimes a teaser is all that is needed, but the next step is to get them talking about it. I love Mentimeter and the tools that are offered to get student interaction. Appropriate questioning techniques are vital and even more so in a virtual situation. We need to make sure that all students have the opportunity to share and be heard and this is sometimes tricky with students that are hesitant to speak out. The anonymity aspect may actually be helpful in making those students feel safe. ]]> 2020-07-22 14:42:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/660167059 christyhenderson https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661325337 I will be teaching math this year, and one way that I thought about using to get my students engaged is to create a "Daily Mission" for them to accomplish. For example, I would pick a word problem of some sort that would pose a challenge for my students to solve correctly. I would make the Engage part of the lesson the part where I introduce the problem and give them their "mission" to complete. They would complete the mission by going through the other stages in the 5 E Lesson Plan model. In the Evaluate stage, the student would have to solve the "Daily Mission" problem and explain their answer. Just a thought of one way that I could possibly structure a math lesson in the 5 E model. ]]> 2020-07-23 20:45:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661325337 brooke_young2 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661954509 The Engage section is crucial.  It is even more important for distance learning.  There will be so many distractions at home.  Teachers will have to work hard to get their attention. 
I like the idea of beginning with a video that might get them excited about the learning.  I would want them to react to it in some way by using Padlet or a discussion question in Google Classroom.  I think students will love the creative aspect of Mentimeter. I haven't used it before, but I'm looking forward to learning more about it.]]> 2020-07-24 16:20:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661954509 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661967066 The Engage section is going to be very important in encouraging at home learning. We are competing with so many distractions in our students homes. To engage students in the lower grades I think that they might find Mentimeter engaging by creating a word cloud on a subject. Students usually enjoy something new. I think this program will be new to them and it is also to me. I believe students will be engaged in using Edpuzzle to explain a particular subject. We have so many old and new tools that we can use from our toolboxes. I think the biggest challenge for us as educators is trying to meet their physical and emotional needs from a distance if we are totally distance learning. But we have a challenge before us and I am excite and scared about implementing these new tools. We can only try to do the best we can the hand we have be dealt with. It is out of our control. I am thinking of new lessons on how to make the media center and reading more exciting to my students. ]]> 2020-07-24 16:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/661967066 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662428478 It will be crucial to grab students' attention if we are distance learning. I have always liked to use videos to introduce topics in science and social studies 
especially. I imagine that I will continue to do that, combined with some form of discussion/reaction either through Google Classroom or Padlet.]]> 2020-07-25 17:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662428478 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662542989 Engaging students in learning is a vital part of any lesson (digital or face-to-face). Getting students thinking and talking about their thinking may be more difficult in a digital world. Therefore, we must determine the most effective tools to hook students' interest and allows them to become an active part of the learning conversation. I agree that teachers may want to begin with what they and their students are most familiar with as they work on adding new tools to their digital wheelhouse. 

Most students and teachers are familiar with educational videos and Google Classroom. Therefore, these may provide a great starting point. In the classroom, I found Study Jams and Flocabulary to be some of the most effective videos for maintaining engagement. Videos that include music or require interaction from the students are often most effective. Many of these can be found on Youtube. 

Acquiring and maintaining each student's interest in an environment containing a multitude of distractions will require all of us to get creative. I like the idea of posing discussion questions and/or brainstorming ideas on Padlet in the Engagement section of the 5E lesson. Padlet allows students to share their thoughts as well as respond to and collaborate with peers. I also loved the Mentimeter cloud option.  I was not familiar with Mentimeter. I feel the cloud format for brainstorming would be something new and visually appealing to students. ]]> 2020-07-26 02:04:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662542989 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662834586 As others have mentioned, engagement will be the most crucial step in distance learning. There are multitude of videos on every subject and the key is choosing the right format and length to the knowledge that the teacher wants the students to learn. In addition, the video must be length appropriate and coincide with a task immediately during or after this "instruction". Otherwise , the knowledge will be lost/forgotten. 
Using a combinations of EDpuzzle, YouTube videos, teacher created shorts, and etc. will break up the monotony and give the lesson personality.

]]> 2020-07-26 23:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/662834586 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663381132 One big challenge is to engage students for every lesson in the classroom. Imagine having to do that while students are home with many distractions surrounding them. A think an effective engagement lesson would be to use Edupuzzle to introduce the lesson and ask questions from the video. Students can create a Flipgrid or contribute to a Padlet in order to explain what they will be learning (objective and task).]]> 2020-07-27 15:29:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663381132 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663556672 I really enjoy Edpuzzle, Padlet, and Flipgrid. I see myself using these tools as engaging strategies in the classroom and in the online setting should that happen. This tools are not only great for engaging students in the lesson, but they also require the students to take responsibility for their learning which is even better.]]> 2020-07-27 19:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663556672 robert_brooker https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663657056 Student engagement will most likely be one of the most challenging aspects of distance learning. This will take an effort of teamwork between educators and parents/guardians. I like the idea of using Google classroom to create starter questions, which could different types of media. I would also use screencastify to show students interesting finds on my computer to "hook" them into the learning process. Sometimes a voice and a visual helps with student learning activation.]]> 2020-07-27 23:16:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/663657056 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664238896 The engage component is the most critical part of a lesson. Grabbing the attention of student and sparking interest will keep them engaged in the rest of the lesson. This is true whether school is traditional, hybrid or distance. I have relied on brainstorming activities in the past, think-pair-share and videos. I would continue these types of activities. Brainstorming and think-pair-share can be done using Padlet. There are so many video platforms available today (BrainPop, EdPuzzle, YouTube, Flocabulary) and any of them can be used to engage students in the topic of study. ]]> 2020-07-28 15:49:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664238896 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664286725 I feel pretty confident  engaging my students in the traditional classroom. I agree, engaging them online is going to be tricky and honestly a tough job for us educators. Children are engaged by YouTube....people playing with toys... and Ryan's World (where money is not an issue).  I have to remember though, teachers are great to beg, borrow, and STEAL! I think the key is to mix it up and keep it different... I will strive to keep the Engagement part, well ENGAGING for my students. For my kindergarten /1st grade EL students I love to use Brainpopjr.com because the videos are animated, much like the ones they enjoy watching. ]]> 2020-07-28 16:54:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664286725 mattbryson https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664356313 Variety will be key to engaging students regularly. The ideas given are great. YouTube, EdPuzzle, Padlet, Nearpod, and Screencastify are all great to peak students' interest. I fear that using the same one day after day or week after week would not work as well as mixing one up each week/unit. The best resource we have is the teacher and kids getting to see the teacher excited and engaged will go much further to engage students in the learning process. It is important to see the engagement process as ongoing. We also have to realize that a lot is going on in the life of every student and this is uncharted territory for most so some give and take will also be important for high engagement. I like to believe we are all kids at heart so we can be silly and tap into our "child at heart" to reach maximum engagement. Then we will see maximum proficiency. ]]> 2020-07-28 18:33:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664356313 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664361130 A variety of tools can be used to grab and keep student attention.  The thought we need to remember is that students cannot sit for hours upon end. I believe that any digital tool can be used effectively if used in short periods of time. Having students complete a small set number of tasks will allow for their distraction, but also provide them with enough engaging lesson content to have them want to come back and continue. For a truly digital learning environment where students are at home, I think I would combine a few tools, that potentially have students up moving and possibly searching through their home for physical items. For example, a unit on fractions, use a screencastify/youtube/edpuzzle/khan academy video and have it pause in order for them to go to their kitchen and find their measuring cups. ]]> 2020-07-28 18:40:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664361130 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664417223 The method used to engage students in distance learning will depend on the material to be taught. With that being said, teachers need to be mindful of providing consistency for their students. Just as teachers have daily routines in their face to face classrooms, routines need to be established in an online distance learning model. Establishing the routine in distance learning may take time to establish. 
To grab students attention of the topic of the Cold War in U.S. History, SSUSH22, I would show students a map of the U.S. and the range of U.S.S.R intercontinental missiles. The map typically grabs students attention and then the lesson could expand on the history behind the Cold War. Students could respond to a discussion question on Padlet. "Define Cold War". At the conclusion of the lesson students could go back to their response on Padlet and add to their original response. Students would use a different color font to delineate between their first and second responses.

]]> 2020-07-28 20:11:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664417223 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664438104 Engaging students while at home in a distracting environment will include action and movement.  Having students watch a video on YouTube, and then rewatch the same video on EdPuzzle with questions will aid comprehension and retention.  My students love Moby from BrainPopJr.  Anytime he acts silly to teach a point, they remember it even more.  Posting on Padlet or Flipgrid after watching the video clip will force them to slow down and think about what they are watching and learning. 

]]> 2020-07-28 20:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664438104 kelli_bishop https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664510904 Everything we do seems a little less effective with this technology sufficient generation, but teachers must dig deep to get students motivated to learn.  Teachers need to provide assignments which are relevant, dynamic, meaningful, and exciting to engage students.  Students will complete the tasks, if they find it to be interesting, enjoyable and student centered.  To engage students, teachers need to use a variety of formats.  Using text such as posing a question with a padlet, providing videos from an array of different options, and using photographs will ensure variability in engagement for students.  I feel students need different options to stay motivated in learning. Combining different starters in delivery and creating a way to create student voice using padlet, flipgrid, and mentimeter will encourage students to be actively involved in learning.

]]> 2020-07-28 23:22:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664510904 kellyjackson1 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664610402 I think like many others have said, the key is variety. Using the different tools in our toolbox whether it's a video, question/answer, pictures, etc. the variety will be what keeps them engaged. I also find that when I dig I also think that variety will help to reach different learning styles which will ultimately lead to better engagement as well. ]]> 2020-07-29 01:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664610402 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664958674 The hardest thing for us as teachers is going to be trying to keep the attention of our students while they are at home with their families. I know with watching my own kids at home it was not easy keeping them on task with their work at the end of last year, they wanted to do everything but sit there. The one time I would have no problem with them was when they watched a video and their was a game at the end that helped them remember what they just learned. This was a great learning tool for my older kids. I also believe that using videos for all students, as well as Edpuzzle where you can add some learning to see if they remember what they just watched will help a lot. It also helps to have variety of the learning tools, for the different ways students learn as well as not letting them get board with videos or just reading. ]]> 2020-07-29 13:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/664958674 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665032644 I like the idea of using an engage that is mixed and creative, probably because it appeals to my own learning style. A word cloud, a Flipgrid, and then the teacher turning that into something like the K or W part of a KWL chart that could be incorporated later into the Explain or Evaluate part of the lesson. With a younger crowd you could do a slide show where they drew pictures and added them to a slide show. You could start a Curious George storytime lesson (I"m library) with a Flipgrid asking the children to define "curious" or show how a real monkey acts :). That would get some interesting content :). You could start a phishing lesson with a screengrab of a phishing email or a "you have won" pop up and ask in questions "Do you think this is legit? Why or why not?" I think it just has to be analyzed to be something to make them want to learn more and something that ties right into the explore stage.]]> 2020-07-29 14:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665032644 kristenstrickland https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665198265 In order for students to be engaged outside of the classroom what we start our digital lessons with will have to be creative and maybe even off the wall. Starting with a short youtube video or an edpuzzle might be the way to start. ]]> 2020-07-29 18:03:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665198265 christy_ballew https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665971219 I would utilize a short video clip, whether that be from YouTube or a Flipgrid. I also feel that Edpuzzle would be a good tool as well - they get to interact with a video. ]]> 2020-07-30 16:27:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/665971219 tylerellis https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/666017419 I plan to utilize Youtube in order to grab and keep my students' attention. Students are already very familiar with Youtube and there are plenty of videos online that could help generate excitement for the lesson. I think I could also combine the Youtube playlist with Google Classroom discussions. This would be a simple and effective starter for students.]]> 2020-07-30 17:32:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/666017419 joshuaensley https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/666129103 With a variety of options for our toolkit, I feel as though there is a platform out there for every need that comes our way. I have used Google Classroom for starters for two years now and will continue to do so because I have seen the success and organization of the option. I am sure others will enjoy using something like Padlet rather than Classroom, but a variety of platforms for every student is not a bad thing because it will help keep them well-rounded with technology.]]> 2020-07-30 20:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/666129103 brittanyyoung2 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/669385362 Considering the age of my students, I will use videos and songs through YouTube and Brainpop to catch their attention. I would also combine these videos with videos of myself to help clarify directions. It is likely that a large percentage of the upcoming first-grade students will not be readers YET. Therefore, videos will be a great way to catch their attention in the beginning. ]]> 2020-08-04 19:05:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/669385362 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/773706632 Engagement as one of the most critical pieces. In this ever distracting world, I can use videos to introduce the topic or to get them thinking about a problem and how to solve it. I also could use one of the forums to have them give their answer and discuss with others.]]> 2020-09-23 20:14:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/773706632 amber_richards1 https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/1092668981 I use an Engage that sparks interest or curiosity without front-loading any content. Looking up definitions is never engaging and discovering the need for a word to describe something is a better connection to vocabulary development. I prefer to use a short video in Science Bits or EdPuzzle that shows a phenomena and poses a question or I use a challenging scenario in Slides to get thought processes going. For my most recent unit, I challenged students to a Real Life Minecraft in which they had to help design a road through mountainous regions to start off our unit on weathering of rocks. Students were able to make the connection that mountains were big rocks and not indestructible. ]]> 2021-01-15 19:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tabitha_mcentire/3hcd7b2cvw25hfsk/wish/1092668981