https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf Dr. John Hattie has referred to Distance Learning as the greatest unplanned experiment in the history of schooling. He proposes two options schools will have when the pandemic ends. One, return to the "Old Normal" we have known for over a hundred years or two, use what we learn from distance, remote, at-home leaarning to bring back a better version of school. If you could wave a wand and choose what school would look like post-pandemic which option would you choose and why? Be sure to begin your post with you WKU Registered name. en-us 2020-09-20 19:07:47 UTC 2021-02-22 06:44:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/128341958/a8c15408b44dbc369abb31fe7fea0c9e/WKU_University_Campus_Store_Logo_White_216_122_1_1_.png https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1204692731 If I were able to choose what school would look like post pandemic I would choose a mix of traditional schooling and distance learning. I really enjoy the structure of having class several days a week, but i also think it's important to have ample time off to complete assignments, especially if a student has other responsibilities. So, my idea would be to have traditional classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, these days would be used for traditional lecture, group assignments, and class activities. But Tuesday and Thursday children would be distance learning working on assignments with the teacher always available for questions, on these days students would turn in whatever progress they made on their assignments as "attendance" for those days. This way students are still having the regular structure and socialization of going to class most of the week, but have time built in during school hours to work on assignments rather then having to squeeze it in after school to already busy schedules. ]]> 2021-02-15 19:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1204692731 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208239523 If I were able to chose how education would look post pandemic I would chose a mix between distance learning and in person learning. As someone going into Elementary and Special Education I know how important it is for younger children and students with special needs to get the in person experience. With this being said, I think it would be amazing if school districts could begin giving older students more freedom, ex. a couple online classes each semester. wWhile still sending the younger students and students with special needs to school full time. This would begin to prepare high school students for college, because sometimes you do not get the choice of in person or online learning when it comes to higher education.]]> 2021-02-16 18:41:22 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208239523 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208731840 If I could choose how education would look like after the pandemic subsides, I too would choose a combination of both in-person learning and distance learning. I think that in-person education is important for those students who learn better with face-to-face interaction and for those who need an extra boost in certain areas. I think that distance learning allows students to really push themselves to teach themselves material while being scaffolded along the way. I believe that younger grades benefit more from in-person teaching and older students benefit from distance learning and can excel in certain areas above their peers. Distance learning is convenient but requires access to the internet which is sometimes hard to come by. But, distance learning also can teach students about time management, procrastination, and motivation! There are pros and cons to both types of learning for each individual person, but I think that schools should really open the option to both for the future!]]> 2021-02-16 20:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208731840 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208786441 If I was able to incorporate school to my convince I would have a mix of in person and distance learning classes. I think it is important for students that need the in person learning and the hands on engagement for them to learn since some students may find this better for them. Some students may prefer distance learning because they can work at their own pace and the teachers are available through technology if they need help. But I think this can help lead school learn how to incorporate school hours for students to work, since with distance learning the are not learning for a constant seven hours Monday through Friday. It helps students find the pace they need to work at. Whereas in a normal school setting they send all homework home with students not able to reach teachers if they are struggling at home. I think it would be beneficial for students to be able to have some work time or breaks throughout the day to talk to teachers if they need help or so they can work at the pace that is needed.

]]> 2021-02-16 21:12:45 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208786441 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208995568 Personally, I learn better face to face. I think most students are hands on learners and it they can't see visual instruction, it makes it hard. I also think in person learning allows teachers to better assess students than virtually. Students need to be in person to learn social skills, develop friendships, and figure out who they are as a person. However, I think independent work is also vital to growing. Online learning has been great this year for students because it gave them flexibility and I have seen many people traveling which I know has been awesome for them. Using online learning this past year has helped students and teachers use sites such as zoom which has broaden their technology use and let us try new things. This is very important that we got to use technology this vastly the past couple semesters and be able to familiarize ourself more with apps, because you need to know how to use technology in the real world or you will not make it. Thus being said, the best post-pandemic option in my opinion would be in person four days a week and online learning once a week.]]> 2021-02-16 22:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1208995568 barkerashley930 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1209165564 If I was the one to make the decision on how to proceed with school, I would work towards creating a hybrid type schooling, where students would have the choice on whether or not they want to go back to in-person learning OR attend and participate online via Zoom or other video communication platform. My reasoning behind this is that I think it would make quality education more accessible and enjoyable for the participants. Think about it, some people are not able to attend class in person due to physical ailments, location barriers( like living in a remote location) and general accessibility issues, while other may feel uncomfortable and anxious about attending a large lecture classes with lots of other people. Either way, if we were to offer students the opportunity to still attend classes and participate through Zoom, they would have a safe and easy way to access the curriculum without having to physically be there. I think trough this route, we would be able to open up more opportunities for students to succeed, while having flexibility in how they do so. ]]> 2021-02-17 00:37:58 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1209165564 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1212911536 Honestly, we should do a hybrid. But there should be little reason that we need to be in school for 40 hours a week like we have been. Online/Distance learning has shown that it is not impossible to teach effective lessons over Zoom, and lessons do not have to be as long as a period to do so. If we do go back in-person, I would hope that the option to wear masks is still available. I think I'd feel a whole lot safer this way; even with Covid gone, I'd still prefer to stay safe against other illnesses. Going back in person also allows teachers to make much more meaningful connections with their students, which helps make the student learning much more personal. Going back in person would probably also feel much more emotionally fulfilling than teaching to computer screens.]]> 2021-02-17 20:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1212911536 makaylalee167 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213655471 If I were to wave a wand and choose what school would like post-pandemic, I would choose face-to-face. I don't think you can get the full experience through a computer screen. Especially, in elementary school, children value going to school. There are social skills that every child cannot develop through a computer screen. I personally learn better when I am in person. Face-to-face learning helps me stay focused. I am easily distracted on Zoom.]]> 2021-02-18 03:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213655471 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213829664 I would choose to continue with the meeting face-to-face once a week with smaller portions of the class. I have found it extremely helpful to have plenty of social, work, and study time; however, I still learn best in a face-to-face setting. ]]> 2021-02-18 05:09:52 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213829664 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213888824 If I could wave a wand, I would choose to have zoom classes, but meet face-to-face once a week. I feel as if I have more time to study and get my homework done. I also feel as I learn better this way rather than listening to lectures twice a week, and trying to memorize everything that the professor said. ]]> 2021-02-18 05:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213888824 jessicasmall079 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213973917 In my opinion if I could wave a magic wand and be post-pandemic, I would choose face-to-face meetings because I grew up going to school and have always loved to go and see my friends and make new friends. I've also always enjoyed the classroom experience, that's why I chose to be a teacher, it's so rewarding to be face-to-face with a child and see them finally understand a subject.]]> 2021-02-18 06:30:35 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1213973917 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1216606131 I would choose a mix of online and in person classes. In some ways, online classes are convenient because you have more control over how to divide your time and are able to better prioritize what you need to get done. However, some classes are much more difficult to teach online, such as movement related classes like PE classes. We could use Zoom or other technology for teaching in situations where it is not safe to go to school such as icy roads, so that students are still able to learn without risking their safety to get to school. It could also be used for sick students if they want to watch what is being taught in class without going to school and risking making other students sick or their illness getting worse. Generally, in person schooling is better for making connections with others and receiving help from teachers or peers because they are able to provide help face-to-face rather than from a screen. Having a mix of both would be the best option for both the safety and time management of students as well as making connections and receiving help when needed.]]> 2021-02-18 18:55:47 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1216606131 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217348103 If I were to wave a magic wand and choose what school would look like post-pandemic, I would choose a more traditional way of schooling. While learning online is possible, it's incredibly stressful and confusing for both teachers and students. It is also difficult for most students to learn via zoom. I believe that in the event of many snow days, online school should be used to lessen the amount of summer vacation days taken away from students. However, overall, I think schools should revert back to traditional teaching/learning after the pandemic. ]]> 2021-02-18 23:04:42 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217348103 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217493403 If I had a magic wand I would choose for school to be all in person like it was before the pandemic with in person/traditional schooling. Personally, I learn better in person than over zoom. I struggle to pay attention and truly watch the lectures posted. In addition, I have talked to many students still in high school, middle, and elementary schools who agree with me. They are struggling without social interaction and in person instruction. Students who have unfortunate home lives NEED to be back in school. It is the best and maybe only way these students can escape from abusive home lives. Ultimately, I think that online school can be better for some students, but many schools already give that as an option. So, there is no need to take away the school needed by most. ]]> 2021-02-19 00:36:39 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217493403 ashleyreed093 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217735824 If I could choose either face-to-face or online I would choose face-to-face. I like the accountability of being on campus and physically being in classes, getting to interact with other students, and making a genuine connection. I am fully online, and I did make that choice, but there's something different about learning in a classroom. I think the worst thing is doing both, I hate it, it shouldn't be half of it is not and half of it isn't. Cause here's the thing: students find the easy way out and when we are online we have more opportunities to do so (even if it only hurts us in the end). Getting to make personal connections with your teacher and ask them questions, I have my teachers have explained things to me that I didn't know I didn't understand, based on my face, but over a computer teachers can't get that. They can't learn my personality. I would go back to all in person classes tomorrow if I could. I miss how things used to be. I know I'll miss the freedom I have now, but there's just something completely different about in person classes. ]]> 2021-02-19 03:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1217735824 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1220611255 When the pandemic is over, I would choose to go back to school in person as it has traditionally been, and I hope this is what happens! Unfortunately, I am ending my educational career in the midst of this global pandemic and it has taken away a lot of those moments I was looking forward to. Some things aren't meant to change with time, and I think traditional in person education is one of those things. It's understandable for college students to have the choice between online and in person programs, but students k-12 should definitely have the in person experience. They learn so much more than the curriculum when in school; including social skills, group skills, and critical thinking. Virtual learning has been challenging for students, parents, and teachers! ]]> 2021-02-19 22:41:45 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1220611255 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1221706750 If I could wave a wand and choose what school would look like post-pandemic, I would choose to go back to the "Old Normal". I would choose this option because it seems to have been less stressful. Personally, I like being in an actual classroom and seeing my peers and professors in person. I also think online has led to a lot of procrastination, especially for myself. I have had/have classes that I do at my own pace and I wait forever to do the work. Online has made me feel less organized and I always feel like I am forgetting an assignment. For younger students, I think the old normal would be better too. Parents are having to work, teach and be parents all at once. I am sure it is incredibly stressful for teach your kids when you are not a teacher. ]]> 2021-02-20 17:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1221706750 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1222530209 If I had a magical wand and could choose what post-pandemic school was to look like I would choose to return to the old normal. I would choose this based off of the grades I want to teach. For younger primary students being in person in school is something I believe to be invaluable for them. Not only do I believe being there in person benefits their foundational skills such as reading, writing, and mathematics, but it is also crucial to forming things such as social skills and cues. I think a remote route could make more sense for middle or high school, but I think elementary students likely succeed better in person.]]> 2021-02-21 05:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1222530209 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1223551306 If I had a magical wand and could choose what the school system would look like post-pandemic, I would probably prefer to go back to the old normal style. While I understand how helpful technology has been in our education, I have always been one to learn better when sitting in front of someone who really knows the material and taking hand written notes. I don't care for reading articles and I don't care for watching videos. I have always preferred traditional learning and because of that, I would prefer the old normal. I do understand that there are instances where tools used during remote learning could be beneficial, but at the very least, elementary schools and honestly middle schools, should return to normal as they were. ]]> 2021-02-21 15:49:30 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1223551306 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1223659017 If I had a wand I would choose to go back to the "Old Normal" was of doing things. Having in person instruction is so much more beneficial for me and honestly is much better for me as a student. Learning online, through zoom, is hard. It is challenging to not be able to ask questions in person and be physically present in a classroom (I miss the social aspect of in person learning too). But, with regards to "Old Normal" learning, we have progressed and grown through online classes. I feel that students and teachers have learned a lot and have been given a lot of different resources to not only help them navigate this weird online world, but tools they can use when things do possibly go back to normal.]]> 2021-02-21 16:47:05 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1223659017 victoriadenisebranch https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224294244 If I had a wand I would go back to the "old" ways. I think being online all the time can be depressing. If we were to go back we could incorporate some online days. Students and parents could be given the choice to participate in online school. Some students and parents like this "new" way. I feel that I need the physical interaction to focus and help me to be engaged in the class.]]> 2021-02-21 22:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224294244 koreyvaughn331 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224359949 If I had a wand, I would choose to use what we learn from distance learning and bring it back into the school. I would still want us in person everyday, however I do think there have been very useful tools that we have been forced to learn during these times. Things like google classroom to keep up on assignments and grades, websites to get polls done quickly, and things of this nature have proved very helpful. I would like to use these things in conjunction with being fully in-person]]> 2021-02-21 23:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224359949 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224375519 If I had a wand, I would choose to go back to the old method of school.  I think there are positives to both methods of learning, but the old ways outweigh the new ways in my opinion.  I think constantly being online to complete schoolwork can be very overwhelming and detrimental in the long run.  I believe it is better for students to conduct face-to-face learning activities instead of activities solely online.  You gain more from the experience if you are able to interact physically in person.  I know for me, in-person learning was much more effective.  I retained more knowledge and gained better understanding of the content.  Since I am wanting to teach elementary students in the future, the younger students will gain a better foundation for learning and gain more from the experience if they are in person.]]> 2021-02-22 00:02:34 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224375519 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224489908 If I had a wand to chose what school would look like post pandemic, I would chose using what we've learned in this time about remote learning to bring it to in class learning. Most of the time student can not regulate without actually being in class had having classroom instruction. It could have to do with the location you chose to learn in. For me, I know being at home and not in the classroom is a struggle because sometimes you may not get the full experience and/or even full knowledge of what the class offers. While being at home in a comfortable and safe setting may easier for others a good balance of both could make for a great learning experience and resource.]]> 2021-02-22 01:33:17 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224489908 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224562334 Distance learning has been a very new experience for many people. If I had to choose between pre and post covid school, I would do the "old normal." Having school be more remote has made it so much harder to meet friends and keep up in a social way. I find myself to be a lot lonelier more often than before. I also am having a hard time making any friends in any of my classes. Luckily, I have my friends from last year, but without them I don't know what I'd do. I also have a harder time asking question while away. It's easier just to raise your hand and quickly get a question over with in class, but out of class I'm often afraid to reach out and email because I don't want to bother the teacher. No in person classes daily is also causing me to procrastinate a lot more heavily and have a harder time paying attention. Don't get me wrong, many great new teaching methods have come into play since remote learning that I hope we continue to use in the future for education, but I am excited to return to in person learning. ]]> 2021-02-22 02:26:14 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224562334 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224990751 2021-02-22 06:28:18 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1224990751 https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1225017987 Distance learning has been very rewarding for myself. Often at times I find myself more responsible and on top of things. Online schooling is very difficult still but it has given me a new aspect on learning remotely. I can't say I am a better learner online because I do often get distracted but once I am focused I am usually pretty busy. With online school I have seen a harder work load than in-person classes just because my professors want me to really get the content in my head. I do miss being in a classroom setting and having more social interactions. If i had to choose between pre and post covid college I would do the "old normal". I was very adjusted to classroom learning and I am not a big fan of change. ]]> 2021-02-22 06:39:17 UTC https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1225017987 thenextnextcompanion https://padlet.com/terri_stice/8qt76m5flx3hqjkf/wish/1225024758
If I could wave a magic wand and choose what post-pandemic school would look like, I would prefer to use what we have learned and bring back a better version of school. However, I'm not a fan of too much of the learning being online, as I think it leads us to take the easy way out sometimes, and it is harder to self-regulate with all online work. I don't personally go to campus as much now with less required there classwise, so I find myself not utilizing the campus resources as much, not to mention the decreased social interaction. I do like the idea of hybrid learning as a way to supplement, as a backup/additional method to keep track of assignments and announcements online, and as an easier way to submit and perform certain assignments, but I prefer to keep most of the learning within a classroom.

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