What We've Learned from Virtual School So Far (with students that have additional needs in mind) by MARIO Framework https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg Taken from Lauren Fernandez's compilation as a starting point... and then modified, subtracted, and added onto... feel free to add your own lessons learned! en-us 2020-03-18 10:12:00 UTC 2025-09-30 05:35:47 UTC hello@padlet.com It won't be perfect... and that's ok. pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464368534 (What a great time to model a growth mindset for our students!)

]]> 2020-03-18 12:39:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464368534 If needed, educate staff on why this is more likely to be challenging for our students in particular. pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464371430 (Heavy reading, less-multimodal instruction, more distractions, shifting support structures.)]]> 2020-03-18 12:41:29 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464371430 The zone of proximal development is more difficult to achieve pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464373202 (supports have been taken away and distractions added.)]]> 2020-03-18 12:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464373202 Have patience pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464404064 (and be flexible)]]> 2020-03-18 13:06:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464404064 Plan less content pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464405435 (Scaffold more.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:07:21 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464405435 Borrow from others and use pre-existing tools pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464405974 (you're already here, so you're on the right track!)]]> 2020-03-18 13:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464405974 This is a great time to review Universal Design for Learning pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464407369 (If it's great for our students, it's likely going to help others as well.)

]]> 2020-03-18 13:08:37 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464407369 Ask for help pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464414342 (Again, a perfect opportunity to model a growth mindset) ]]> 2020-03-18 13:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464414342 Think outside the box to set our students up for success pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464418999 (if you think the current plan might be too difficult for a student with additional learning needs...it is!)]]> 2020-03-18 13:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464418999 Assign less homework pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464427517 (Our students sometimes struggle to keep up with demands in a more stable and supported environment. The supports will be less and the challenges greater.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:22:27 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464427517 As a school, come up with a multiplier to assign to tasks to figure out how much work is too much. pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464433383 (For example, if your agreed upon multiplier is 2, take an assignment that would normally take one hour and assume it will take two hours in virtual school.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464433383 Small coherent chunks pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464437739 (Make learning bite-sized, but also link the pieces together in a way that easily makes sense.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:29:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464437739 Longer deadlines pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464439313 (Why assign something that is due next class? Give students longer to complete a task.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464439313 Make every communication as simple as possible. pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464446681 (and always invite questions.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:35:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464446681 Strive for multi-modal teaching pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464449571 (it's more important than ever.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:37:27 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464449571 Break up instructions pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464449858 (and annotate on top of them.) ]]> 2020-03-18 13:37:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464449858 Check-lists & bullet-points are fantastic pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464454016 2020-03-18 13:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464454016 Recorded & worked examples are invaluable pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464456378 2020-03-18 13:41:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464456378 The less platforms the better pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464458605 (Our students find it difficult to switch back and forth.)]]> 2020-03-18 13:43:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464458605 Let's leverage choice and voice pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464461072 (Often times, students do not have to take a traditional timed test to show what they know. )]]> 2020-03-18 13:44:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464461072 Find new ways to assess the standards pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464466869 (not just tweaking the tests and assessments that were previously planned)]]> 2020-03-18 13:48:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464466869 IF you have the flexibility, you may want to consider cutting some standards out pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464469013 (Yes, this is controversial)]]> 2020-03-18 13:49:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464469013 Establish firm no-tech times pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464471546 (As a school)]]> 2020-03-18 13:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464471546 Re-emphasize the importance of healthy routines and sleep pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464472431 (for students and teachers)]]> 2020-03-18 13:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464472431 Make sure everyone knows how to get mental health help if needed pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464473252 (Identify the teachers and students we should be proactively reaching out too)]]> 2020-03-18 13:52:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464473252 Create a schedule pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464482165 (for yourself, your family, and your students)]]> 2020-03-18 13:57:16 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464482165 Block Tasks pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464483209 (It's not necessary to be on your email 24/7)]]> 2020-03-18 13:57:55 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464483209 Know that it's ok if a lesson bombs pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464484201 (you aren't alone)]]> 2020-03-18 13:58:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464484201 Take care that the computer doesn't create bad posture and longer term problems pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464486400 (Share this out with your students too)]]> 2020-03-18 13:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464486400 Mindfulness pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464488004 (If you or your students haven't jumped on the bandwagon, perhaps this is the time to give it a go)]]> 2020-03-18 14:00:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464488004 Look out for each other pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464489954 (Call a colleague and see how they are doing... good for you and them)]]> 2020-03-18 14:01:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464489954 Start a final thoughts protocol pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464491710 This takes 1-2 minutes at the end of each lesson and give invaluable feedback.]]> 2020-03-18 14:02:50 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464491710 Record videos of you teaching pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464496849 (This is going to be powerful for future learning... not just now. Useful for all students, but especially our students.)]]> 2020-03-18 14:05:38 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464496849 Be available during the school day pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464503059 (While you shouldn't be checking your email all day, check during established times)]]> 2020-03-18 14:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464503059 Schedule extra time to check-in personally with your students that have additional learning needs pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464503750 (Whether they self-advocate or not, they need extra support right now)]]> 2020-03-18 14:09:50 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464503750 Always have some sort of way for students to ask questions during virtual class time. pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464505745 (Even if direct instruction is happening, students need to be able to 'raise their hand')]]> 2020-03-18 14:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464505745 All students need more support pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464507887 (Our students need even more... schedule this time)

]]> 2020-03-18 14:12:26 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464507887 Be available for a few minutes before and after class pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464509470 (10 minutes in between classes is too short)]]> 2020-03-18 14:13:21 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464509470 Flag issues immediately and contact the appropriate counselor and/or learning support teacher pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464511250 (It's important to identify issues quicker in a virtual learning scenario)]]> 2020-03-18 14:14:18 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464511250 Offer office hours pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464513737 (or a system for requesting additional support)]]> 2020-03-18 14:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464513737 Make a schedule pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464514914 (As much as possible, keep to the schedule)

]]> 2020-03-18 14:16:16 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464514914 Encourage healthy systems and routines with your students pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464515595 (Students with additional learning needs might require additional guidance and support to make this happen)]]> 2020-03-18 14:16:38 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464515595 Make it simple pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464517433 But annotate and scaffold]]> 2020-03-18 14:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464517433 Help students prioritize by explicitly listing the priority level of the learning outcomes or assignments you are engaged in pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464518612 (This is always good practice, but more important now. It's possible students might need to triage and cut out less important things in a particular subject)

]]> 2020-03-18 14:18:18 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464518612 Have tech free time(s) pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464523190 2020-03-18 14:20:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464523190 Establish as a school how much work students should be doing at home and monitor pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464523947 (This will depend on age and level of need)]]> 2020-03-18 14:21:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464523947 Provide all assignments and materials on one platform for all subjects pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464526291 (If you want to use an additional platform you really like, great. However, use the one everybody agrees on)]]> 2020-03-18 14:22:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464526291 Break out rooms are great pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464529882 (Zoom makes this easy)]]> 2020-03-18 14:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464529882 Build in time for students to connect with each other and visually see each other pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464530708 (They are kids and many miss hanging out with other kids. Monitor the students that sometimes struggle socially and keep in touch with the appropriate counselor and/or learning support teacher)]]> 2020-03-18 14:24:50 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464530708 UDL pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464533998 (It's been said before, but brush up on Universal Design for Learning)]]> 2020-03-18 14:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464533998 Alternative assessments pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464535575 This is an ideal time for flexible projects that include lots of choice and voice.]]> 2020-03-18 14:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464535575 Try Flip-Grid pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464537104 (If you haven't already)]]> 2020-03-18 14:28:11 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464537104 Experiment within reason pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464538821 (Try new things, but be mindful of how much extra stress and challenge it might bring with it. Especially for students with additional learning needs)]]> 2020-03-18 14:29:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464538821 Leverage strengths and students' voices pbowman22 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464541101 (Ask all of your students for suggestions to improve the class.)]]> 2020-03-18 14:30:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/464541101 Pomodoro Technique mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467212533 Students may struggle with the greater freedoms virtual learning provides. Self-discipline and motivation can prove to be tricky. Support and encourage students to use the Pomodoro Technique. Plan in advance what you are going to do; set a timer for 25 minutes; work solidly on the tasks set for 25 minutes; when the timer goes off take a 5 minute break; repeat the above. ]]> 2020-03-20 02:29:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467212533 Clearly Demarcate Worksheets on online platforms mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467236693 Number worksheets, add days and dates to help with easy access of materials. Keep titles consistent. ]]> 2020-03-20 03:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467236693 Links to graphic organizers to support routines mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246244 First next last weekly organiser https://twitter.com/andyharley83/status/1238499262411026434. ]]> 2020-03-20 03:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246244 ISBeijing's tips for working from home mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246778 https://twitter.com/chamada/status/1240518522209325059]]> 2020-03-20 03:51:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246778 HKA's tips for Virtual Learning mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246964 And this link too https://create.piktochart.com/output/44864885-hka-learning-online]]> 2020-03-20 03:52:22 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467246964 ISBeijing's e-learning planner for students mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467247831 2020-03-20 03:54:57 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467247831 WAB's learnings about online tools mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467250142 2020-03-20 04:01:01 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467250142 Move around a lot between classes / stand during lessons if possible https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467262530 Create a short routine to raise your heart rate - star jumps, running on the spot, push ups - anything to keep your body moving and active. There are lots of routines on YouTube. Encourage students to do this too. ]]> 2020-03-20 04:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467262530 Actions For Happiness mattb27 https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467300554 This website has great ideas for how we can look after ourselves and others. There are 10 keys or actions that we can take to support our happiness. They also publish a day by day calendar of small actions that can be taken. ]]> 2020-03-20 06:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/467300554 Avoid resorting to whole group instruction for every virtual lesson https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/485726730 (Learning support students especially tend to "go underground" in whole class online sessions - try breaking them up into shorter sessions for smaller groups of students at a time)]]> 2020-04-01 03:30:03 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/485726730 jhjgjjj https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/577945049 2020-05-17 15:20:57 UTC https://padlet.com/pbowman22/rf3xvntvqtxg/wish/577945049