Learning Environment Plan by brenda sadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a Building a Positive Climate and Culture Cohort 9- M4U1 Middle School- Group Members: Ana, Jacob, Brenda, Jorge, Lewis en-us 2021-10-13 17:09:32 UTC 2024-05-31 13:39:32 UTC hello@padlet.com What are Artifacts of Norms- Online Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643814 A digital artifact is any type of item produced and stored as digital/electronic version. Examples of digital artifacts include digital documents, presentations, programs and codes, video and audio files, images and photographs and the like]]> 2021-10-13 17:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643814 In Person Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643817 2021-10-13 17:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643817 What are artifacts of Norms-In Person Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643819 Artifacts are a form of evidence that educators can use to tell the story of their classrooms and showcase their instructional practices. The Example Artifact List is designed to support educators in the process of gathering artifacts, while strengthening inclusive practices.]]> 2021-10-13 17:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643819 Virtual Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643821 2021-10-13 17:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814643821 Non Examples-Virtual Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814661918 2021-10-13 17:15:44 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814661918 Non Examples-In Person Learning brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814666438 2021-10-13 17:17:27 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814666438 Setting Classroom Expectations-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814713789 Expectations describe behaviors that make the classroom a good place to live and learn for all students. Expectations communicate general standards or expectations with a single rule encompassing a wide range of behaviors. ]]> 2021-10-13 17:35:19 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814713789 Online Learning Community- Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814721686 The Online learning community visual identifies the various methods or tools used in online learning. This helps the students to see the full circle of how the online learning community works.]]> 2021-10-13 17:38:05 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814721686 Online Netiquette-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814751603 Netiquette (Online Etiquette) is a set of rules that encourages appropriate and courteous online behavior. These rules are important as they promote communication skills, prevent miscommunications, and help you understand what is socially acceptable when working and collaborating online.

]]> 2021-10-13 17:49:13 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814751603 Goals-Online Learning-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814829271 This is a wonderful visual that identifies some key goals to set in an online learning environment. It provides detailed descriptions of what the goals entail. This helps the student and teacher thrive in an online learning environment.]]> 2021-10-13 18:19:23 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814829271 Do's and Don'ts-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814845691 Rules can be created only by the teacher, are non-negotiable, need to be forced, and followed without any collaboration or input from the students which is why this is a non-example.]]> 2021-10-13 18:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1814845691 Essential Agreements. - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818016526 Agreed upon, student answers to teacher led questions: What do you think will give us the best environment in class? What should expect of each other? How can we all do our best? These are power accountability tools to help everyone stay focused and caring for one another. https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-community-agreements-start-year-strong]]> 2021-10-14 19:32:21 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818016526 Digital Learning Essential Agreements - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818037599 Online Essential Agreements work the same way as in the classroom, but the norms change a bit. Etiquette and expectations are different in the learning environment, which is something not everyone is used to. Giving this extra attention, even a whole class is valuable, especially if the transition to online learning just happened.
https://www.edutopia.org/article/fostering-strong-community-virtual-classroom]]> 2021-10-14 19:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818037599 Approaches to Learning - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818048797 This is a self-assessment / conference activity to remind students of what is expected, giving them time to reflect and then explain to the teacher where they think they are on all 9 boxes. This gives me a chance to praise them, comment that the know themselves well, and encourage growth in certain areas.]]> 2021-10-14 19:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818048797 Little touches of fun - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818065225 1. Play fun music when they enter the class - they request the group or singer.
2. CNN 10 - watch and then group discussions
3. Competition - Kids love the camaraderie of playing games together like Kahoot!
4. Meme-making - 10 minutes of collaborative fun
5. Words of wisdom - every day a student shares something for the class to think about.]]> 2021-10-14 20:03:48 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818065225 Taking breaks - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818084467 Sometimes its as simple as taking 2 minutes to go use the bathroom, stretch, filling up your water bottle, or having a dance party. Kids will join in being a part of something silly or interesting. https://www.edutopia.org/article/research-tested-benefits-breaks]]> 2021-10-14 20:17:35 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818084467 Optimistic Closure - Jake Schwarze jacobschwarze2 https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818092567 Reviewing the accomplishments of the day is a great way to leave the kids feeling positive, accomplished and excited to continue, either at home or the next time you meet. ]]> 2021-10-14 20:24:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818092567 Tips for students to study at home-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818732845 Good study skills can increase your confidence, competence, and self-esteem. They can also reduce anxiety about tests and deadlines. ... Good study skills can improve your ability to learn and retain knowledge. Students who use effective study skills may feel their work and effort is more worthwhile. This is key in online learning and more relevant currently with how learning is taking place for so many students.

]]> 2021-10-15 03:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818732845 High 5-Norms- Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818858972 A visual representation to encourage and develop positive behaviors while using a very recognizable symbol of a high five hand to remind students. It can be placed on the wall of the classroom as a reference.]]> 2021-10-15 04:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818858972 Working together..-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818867824 This is a way to set some creative and terrific expectations with students. This develops a wonderful visual to keep everyone accountable to themselves and to each other.]]> 2021-10-15 04:22:10 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818867824 Online Norms & Expectations-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818879713 Setting these expectations really aid in having smooth online lessons and students are aware of what the expectations are and how they should behave and treat others while learning online. ]]> 2021-10-15 04:31:12 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818879713 Online Learning-Brenda Sadler brendasadler https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818899504 This non-example is vague and can be interpreted in various ways since the pictures are ambiguous and have no clear cut descriptions.]]> 2021-10-15 04:46:17 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818899504 Peer teaching - Lewis Hyatt lewisjameshyatt https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818923147 Having students spend time teaching the rest of the class allows students to hear a fresh voice and allows the presenter to practice their presentation skills.]]> 2021-10-15 05:04:52 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1818923147 Screenshot Emoji Check-In - Ana Castillo James acastillojames https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1820182045 Start the class with a very quick visual check-in by having students draw an emoji on a piece of paper and hold it up to the camera at the same time. Screenshot the picture and share it with the class so they know how their classmates are feeling. You could also compile the screenshots to make a virtual mood scrapbook. Middle schoolers experience a big range of emotions and they can practice checking-in with themselves and sharing out with the class. ]]> 2021-10-15 17:56:09 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1820182045 Class from bed acastillojames https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1820217828 It's tempting to blend the flexibility of being home with school and connect from your bed or the couch. It may be comfortable but you're more likely to get distracted by your surroundings if you're not fully engaged in class which means creating a space that's the most similar to your ideal working set-up at school. Teachers should require students to create a workspace at the beginning of the virtual class. ]]> 2021-10-15 18:18:27 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1820217828 Turning Camera off / Jorge R jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1827992114 NONEXAMPLE. Students may feel tempted to turn their Camera off during classes, however this may make for an opportunity for students to stop paying attention and thus affect their academic performance. Additionally it prevents from teachers being able to see their reactions to their questions and identifying doubts. ]]> 2021-10-19 17:28:28 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1827992114 "We use the Teacher Channel Chatbox". Jorge R jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828037307 This STRATEGY would allow for students to be able to talk to the teacher about situations or problems that would make them feel self-conscious to mention or discuss in front of peers, the teacher can keep a side chatbox open as a tool. This would facilitate communication directly with the teacher and would allow students to communicate with the teacher, for example if there is something going on, like having to go to the bathroom as they feel sick or similar. ]]> 2021-10-19 17:44:29 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828037307 Examples Virtual Learning jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828044433 2021-10-19 17:46:45 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828044433 EXAMPLES in person learning jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828089220 2021-10-19 18:02:23 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828089220 "We use the Wall of feelings" / Jorge R jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828107544 In the classroom, a STRATEGY to help students feel comfortable and able to find ways to explain the way they feel, the teacher could have a few sentences printed and laminated. Every day the teacher would leave a corner of the cork assigned and students can choose some of those sentences that they identify with and pin them, that way the teacher will know if someone is feeling "overwhelmed with work", "happy about what I learned today" etc. ]]> 2021-10-19 18:08:57 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828107544 "We call classmates by their name" Jorge R jorgeruel https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828322669 In class students could be reminded of this rule, thus when addressing someone they will use their name "Hello Rachel", "See you tomorrow Jim".
"Every time you use someone’s name, they feel important. They feel like they have a little more connection with you. They listen to what you have to say". This would allow for bonding between the students and create a friendly environment in the classroom.

Reference:
Fan, Ryan (2018),

You Should Use People’s Names When You Talk To Them, MEDIUM.

]]> 2021-10-19 19:39:25 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828322669 Workspace Reminder - Ana Castillo James acastillojames https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828499442 Physical classrooms often have posters that remind us of classroom norms and expectations and virtual learning should be the same. After agreeing upon classroom norms, students should make a visual reminder to put up in their workspace. This can be an assignment at the beginning of the year that also lets students be creative. ]]> 2021-10-19 21:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/brendasadler/41ix8gr7auas424a/wish/1828499442