EEC 22 - Barriers & Solutions to Communication by RDL AVID https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz Share the barriers you have experienced with communication in your role: Student to Student, Student Teacher, TeacherTeacher, Parent/Guardian Teacher, Admin Teacher, etc. Solutions will be added under the comment section of each barrier in a new breakout room. en-us 2020-08-21 00:37:49 UTC 2020-10-09 17:42:44 UTC hello@padlet.com Home life precipitating factors https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813991624 2020-10-08 14:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813991624 supporting schools from the district level I have found that they are not always forthcoming about their needs and or level of support needed. Some times I find that this can lead to a waste resources. https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813992103 2020-10-08 14:37:52 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813992103 Teacher Effetiveness https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813992299 2020-10-08 14:37:55 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813992299 AVID DoDEA Americas Regional Director https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993070 Support 2 districts with differing protocols and expectations.
New to the Americas after 6 years in the Pacific and 23 in Europe.
No AVID Regional Director in this position last year.
Currently detailed to teach 350 MS students via our Virtual School.
Engaged in multiple AVID PL Opportunities with lack of time to commit.

]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:06 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993070 Belief systems tana_sukauskas https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993256 2020-10-08 14:38:08 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993256 consistent messaging alexiscremen https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993326 In a large district it is hard to get all principals on board and then all APs and then all teachers and therefore all parents and teachers.  It seems that often the most important messaging and opportunities get lost in translation so to speak and unless students are attached to a program, such as AVID, they might miss out

]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:09 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993326 jlharris1028 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993772 set criteria for advanced courses]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:14 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993772 Mindset https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993947 Shifting admin and teacher mindset about providing equity. Many believe that all students should be held accountable to the same expectations and given the same resources. ]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:17 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813993947 Supporting Campuses jennifer_cantu https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994052 We are currently utilizing a hybrid model where we are phasing students in based on need. At the district level we have not been able to visit classes yet. Zoom just isn't the same. Also since this is new to all of us, I constantly feel like I'm playing catch up in trying to provide relevant resources for our teachers.]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:18 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994052 Mindsets, belief systems and willingness to change mosleyej https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994267 2020-10-08 14:38:20 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994267 Ensuring high expectations are maintained for all students https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994458 2020-10-08 14:38:24 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994458 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994551 Parent to teacher communication. I can contact parents all day, but some never respond.]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:25 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994551 Lack of Knowledge/Education on Equity tana_sukauskas https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994925 2020-10-08 14:38:31 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813994925 Solutions https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995073 demographic data collection and analysis with mandatory action plans to adjust]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:33 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995073 🤘🏽 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995664 There are various levels within  our district. We are often overwhelmed  navigating the chain of command in such a large district in order to do what is best for our students. 

]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995664 Not having all the information https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995709 2020-10-08 14:38:42 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813995709 Time Constraints force teachers into mediocrity tana_sukauskas https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996112 2020-10-08 14:38:48 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996112 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996138 Understanding the challenges of teaching in the pandemic world, and showing grace to those who struggle]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:48 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996138 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996323 Support]]> 2020-10-08 14:38:51 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996323 Having educators who close doors on advance classes https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996649 2020-10-08 14:38:55 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813996649 jlharris1028 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813997171 Lack of conversations about equity-no problem solving

]]> 2020-10-08 14:39:03 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813997171 Consistency https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813997249 2020-10-08 14:39:04 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813997249 Lack of leadership from the top down. mosleyej https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999324 2020-10-08 14:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999324 Accountability https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999382 2020-10-08 14:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999382 jlharris1028 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999833 Stick to criteria-Don't give kids a chance]]> 2020-10-08 14:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/813999833 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814000219 No support in the process to college]]> 2020-10-08 14:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814000219 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814001674 Although I am the District Director, my job classification is Teacher. There is only so much that I can do to move things forward. Lack of power may not be the best way to describe it...but not sure how else to explain it. ]]> 2020-10-08 14:40:07 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814001674 Leadership not comfortable with being "uncomfortable". https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814002792 2020-10-08 14:40:22 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814002792 Barriers https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003107 Deeply held beliefs, preconceived notions, and generalizations by people in access positions]]> 2020-10-08 14:40:27 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003107 understanding the importance of fidelity https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003119 2020-10-08 14:40:27 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003119 jlharris1028 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003740 Lack of rigor in the classroom

]]> 2020-10-08 14:40:35 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003740 collaboration https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003806 2020-10-08 14:40:36 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814003806 jlharris1028 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814005572 Teachers saying, "My kids can't do that."]]> 2020-10-08 14:41:00 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814005572 Narrow-minded https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814007128 Growth mindset]]> 2020-10-08 14:41:21 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/814007128 organization-asking our students to be able to navigate ALL the online coursework without giving them the organization tools they need. sbalakier https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450214 2020-10-09 17:14:34 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450214 Motivation https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450765 I want so badly to help my students with motivation.  I'm open to suggestions!]]> 2020-10-09 17:14:44 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450765 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450857 Language barrier]]> 2020-10-09 17:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450857 Communicating - Native Language https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450956 2020-10-09 17:14:47 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817450956 Opportunities to differentiate, don't put all students in a box so that we can say we are meeting a "standard". themrsjarvis https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451073 2020-10-09 17:14:49 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451073 Language orissalozano https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451331 Spanish, Korean, Ukrainian - Sometimes the parents can't speak English 

]]> 2020-10-09 17:14:53 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451331 communication methods district wide https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451488 2020-10-09 17:14:57 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451488 Consistency mrhodes16 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451806 2020-10-09 17:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451806 Communication https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451859 Parents have different levels of technology skills & each  have a personal preference

]]> 2020-10-09 17:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817451859 Access https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817452551 to food, to transportation, to Internet and technology, to world news, to local news, to ....]]> 2020-10-09 17:15:14 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817452551 Students experiences https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817452905 Availability ofTechnology]]> 2020-10-09 17:15:20 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817452905 barriers: helping teachers understand that standard based learning fosters equity https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817453980 2020-10-09 17:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817453980 Parent Skill orissalozano https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817454442 Not every parent has the same tech skill, or has used email.  Not every parent has the same skillset in communication style and methods that work well. 

]]> 2020-10-09 17:15:46 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817454442 home support https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817454571 There is no one home to make sure kids are doing there work

]]> 2020-10-09 17:15:48 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817454571 technology lehnes8 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455488 the constant challenge for kids

]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:05 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455488 Systems msmith307 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455735 The way school is designed has been a serious barrier for students in our community.  Students trying to go to school, support their families, or themselves.  Thinking abbout different ways we can educate not just the same old post industrial revolution model. 

]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455735 Usability https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455770 I struggle finding very simple ways to engage my students in digital activities that are meaningful. ]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455770 Barrier smanke https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455788 Language & comprehension of available resources & timelines
 ]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455788 Helping all stakeholders understand time in not a standard and when you penalize based on the time it takes to learn, you are discounting all the barriers that prevent learning https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455929 2020-10-09 17:16:13 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817455929 Gaps in Education https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817456333 Some students come to us from other countries who have a gap (or several) in their educational experience. Occasionally we even see that with students who have been living in the U.S.]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817456333 Time orissalozano https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458090 I lack enough time to connect with parents via phone if they don't have email, so their students get less frequent updates on status. 

]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:50 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458090 motivation lehnes8 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458184 to complete assigbnments

]]> 2020-10-09 17:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458184 Limited time https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458866 2020-10-09 17:16:59 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817458866 language barrier https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817459782 2020-10-09 17:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817459782 Engagement msmith307 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817462289 Creating ways in which learning is meaning for and to stop saying we are providing real world experiences when our student live in the real world we don't necessarily know they are living.]]> 2020-10-09 17:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817462289 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817464014 No translators in our building for the other languages that are represented. ]]> 2020-10-09 17:18:28 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817464014 https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817472644 Technology teaching.

]]> 2020-10-09 17:20:59 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817472644 Continuous Support https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817533908 Students need ongoing intentional support with technology]]> 2020-10-09 17:38:08 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817533908 Define Engagement https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817539310 What kind of learning we expect from them]]> 2020-10-09 17:39:37 UTC https://padlet.com/avidrdl/4xr031ygra74ibbz/wish/817539310