https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu Please add best practices you have found to be effective for the blended learning environment, thank you! Please feel free to click on the three dots of your post if you prefer to upload a photo, record audio or video, etc. en-us 2021-01-08 16:12:35 UTC 2025-12-12 11:58:36 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f60d.png jbelcher https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1087674459 2021-01-14 15:37:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1087674459 nbainbridge https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1102480361 whiteboard.fi
best!! esp in math]]> 2021-01-19 17:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1102480361 aron6808 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1106318092 I've found this to be the best way to communicate with kids - I get more responses using this method than email or Schoology.]]> 2021-01-20 15:51:10 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1106318092 cfenstermacher https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1109867374 I have been using NearPod  collaborate boards to check in with students mental health, previously I have used padlet.  I like to do this to get a gauge on how students are doing & I also get to remind them that we are all not in the same place, every day. ]]> 2021-01-21 13:06:52 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1109867374 cfenstermacher https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1109901945 Loving Nearpod + the additions to it, like the draw it + the collaborate board.]]> 2021-01-21 13:16:23 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1109901945 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187766013 channels during academic period allow kids to seek assistance ]]> 2021-02-10 15:03:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187766013 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187768663 students can get help when they need (if they utilize it)]]> 2021-02-10 15:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187768663 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187772826 channels and interactive whiteboards]]> 2021-02-10 15:04:51 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187772826 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187775053 channel and interactive whiteboards]]> 2021-02-10 15:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187775053 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187778202 chats with questions ]]> 2021-02-10 15:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187778202 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187779911 questioning along passages and questioning at the end of a lesson ]]> 2021-02-10 15:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187779911 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187787630 channels and limiting amount of assignments ]]> 2021-02-10 15:07:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187787630 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187791568 going into channels and meeting with kids during academic period ]]> 2021-02-10 15:07:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1187791568 sleister https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1193392656 A way to check in with your students!]]> 2021-02-11 17:06:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1193392656 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196823345 I use this to talk to  students 1 to 1
They are very quick to respond and using an emoji helps me to convey my tone or emotion behind my words when facial expressions aren't visible]]> 2021-02-12 15:17:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196823345 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196847317 Quizlet Live and GIMKIT "Trust No one" (Among us) are very popular and easy to do in a blended learning situation. Classroom kids and virtual kids yell back and forth with eachother and it engages everyone at the same time.]]> 2021-02-12 15:21:54 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196847317 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196854547 My aide often meets separately with students in a channel to assist with an activity. 
In-class students that also need help will join her in an empty conference room and the virtual/in-person students all work together]]> 2021-02-12 15:23:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196854547 hkirk20 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196873734 1. Pre-teach important vocabulary
2. Simply the language required to show learning
3. Provide visuals
4. Allow time to prepare and collaborate with peers
5. Provide graphic organizers, sentences starters, word boxes
6. Take time to determine their background knowledge and previous experiences and then build off of them]]> 2021-02-12 15:27:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1196873734 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197258826 Chatting with students gets
 a more immediate response over Schoology or Outlook.]]> 2021-02-12 16:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197258826 kdonohue https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197418725 Individual assignments for those who need them]]> 2021-02-12 17:18:27 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197418725 kdonohue https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197423985 Presentations and feedback all video

]]> 2021-02-12 17:19:27 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197423985 lmarta https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197482060 Creating a collaborative powerpoint in O365 and share link with students. Groups collaborate and record responses on their group slide. Works best when one person is doing the recording for the group. Students can view all the responses]]> 2021-02-12 17:31:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197482060 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197490722 I've used more recordings that students submit, whether through Flipgrid, emailed files, or other options.  This gives me more time with the students in person and I can review their work at other times more convenient to myself.  I can also respond directly on their recordings (depending on the method used) to make it easier for the students to find their feedback.]]> 2021-02-12 17:32:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197490722 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197495901 As students join the call, they are able to start an activity or complete a DO NOW or Bell Ringer posted]]> 2021-02-12 17:33:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197495901 ehuttie https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197501266 2021-02-12 17:34:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197501266 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197502155 2021-02-12 17:35:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197502155 dmeehl https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197510239 Using Canva to send home bi-weekly updates. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197510239 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197512380 I try to check in with students when they are in person - the other day students were working independently and I pulled students in to the hallway 1 by 1 to check in and see how they were doing if they wanted to share anything, etc. 

]]> 2021-02-12 17:37:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197512380 dmeehl https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197514394 Giving students more choice in groupings by combining classes.]]> 2021-02-12 17:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197514394 dmeehl https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197519399 Having students have a say in how they'll be assessed (independent reading, or building rubrics) ]]> 2021-02-12 17:38:52 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197519399 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197520087 2021-02-12 17:39:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197520087 helennnleee https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197550328 2021-02-12 17:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197550328 rehlsk https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197553320 Students have been writing journal entries to create a time capsule!  This has helped the students process their feelings throughout the pandemic.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:46:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197553320 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197553872 Very helpful for communicating with students and their adult at home.]]> 2021-02-12 17:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197553872 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197555574 Although somewhat glitchy with synching it has been an invaluable way to see the students work in math and provide written feedback.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:46:37 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197555574 helennnleee https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197558364 Using Scarry, Leah Karabin, and Stovall to work in small groups through channels.]]> 2021-02-12 17:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197558364 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197561639 2021-02-12 17:47:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197561639 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197565186 2021-02-12 17:48:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197565186 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197570086 2021-02-12 17:49:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197570086 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197570716 Another big Nearpod fan! I have over 200 lessons, but am still finding new, creative ways to use it. Like add background images to the draw, Playing a memory game with the 360 tours. Using the poll feature in fun ways!]]> 2021-02-12 17:49:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197570716 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197571643 2021-02-12 17:50:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197571643 etessari https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197571691 2021-02-12 17:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197571691 rangelitis https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197572163 2021-02-12 17:50:07 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197572163 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197573136 Using different videos to talk about empathy and respect within our classroom community.]]> 2021-02-12 17:50:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197573136 lmarchesi https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574282 Changing things up is important for engagement.  I am noticing that students need even more variety than ever before in order to stay engaged. 

]]> 2021-02-12 17:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574282 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574419 Using the Big Ideas online textbook for math has been helpful in checking in with the kids both in class and for HW using the "Try It" or assigning actual assignments through it - useful as formative assessment]]> 2021-02-12 17:50:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574419 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574668 (Social Studies) After the required text pages, I've been trying to make the other activities more fun, so the kids have fun with the content.  Trying to avoid just giving them more PDF's
. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:50:39 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197574668 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197575097 2021-02-12 17:50:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197575097 mackjoanna https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197577460 Using the collaboration space in a class OneNote has worked really well in conjunction with channels/breakout groups. It's easy check in with groups and easy to share out. (Students don't need to share screens; I usually flip through the various group tabs on my own shared screen and the students share verbally.)]]> 2021-02-12 17:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197577460 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197577493 In the team chat - have the students list one thing that they learned from the lesson]]> 2021-02-12 17:51:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197577493 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578142 2021-02-12 17:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578142 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578152 Having the students submit work for math homework/assignments on Schoology makes it easy to review and provide feedback!

]]> 2021-02-12 17:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578152 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578614 Students can easily break down in to channels, collaborate on a shared PP or Sway and then present to the class. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197578614 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197579290 2021-02-12 17:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197579290 cneild https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580039 2021-02-12 17:51:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580039 jconger4 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580655 2021-02-12 17:51:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580655 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580841 Has been really helpful in connecting with kids 1:1 to check in with them but also help them with work.  Them sharing their screen is way better than pre-covid when i would have to hover over them

]]> 2021-02-12 17:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197580841 jshapiro3 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581243 Students work in groups in Teams channels to complete scavenger hunts through Google Forms. There is a "response validation" option that requires students to have the correct answer before moving forward but also provides tips/hints for them if they are struggling. They enjoy the group work and problem solving and keeping them in channels makes it easy to check in for for them to call me for help.]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581243 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581282 2021-02-12 17:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581282 nstoneback https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581375  I have been creating simple Microsoft forms to ask them how it is going and check in on understanding. I feel like I can't get to everyone in a way I would normally this year so this is a way to hear from more kids quickly. Also side note: GIVE YOURSELF GRACE! I have no super strategies this year and I am ok with that! :) ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581375 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581428 My kids love playing a Kahoot! and we are able to do it for the virtual and in school students at the same time]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581428 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581494 Have students share some facts about themselves and use it to make a Kahoot for the class.  Even if you are getting the answers wrong, it's a fun way to learn about your classmates. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581494 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581689 On Friday's the students share a school appropriate fun fact/ picture about themselves- and we do the same- it could be about a favorite vacation spot, about winning a contest, a family tradition, etc.  ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581689 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581839 2021-02-12 17:52:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197581839 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582395 2021-02-12 17:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582395 akardos https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582491 we also do games and other inclusive, fun activities to gather and do as a group as the kids feel so isolated and alone. 2 Truths and a Lie is a favorite and allows the group to learn more about each other through the truths.]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582491 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582787 In an environment where students are a little more hesitant to share, starting discussions through the chat on Teams seems to lead to more participation/discussion.]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197582787 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583096 As a Do Now, create a poll or question to engage students: https://www.mentimeter.com/app ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583096 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583196 Using the newer backgrounds in together mode to simulate a specific type of environment. Using it as a "panel" desk or a "stage" has been useful for certain activities. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:29 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583196 MrsDeac https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583211 2021-02-12 17:52:29 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583211 jgroark https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583609 I read aloud to my students every day, many times using picture books as mentor texts. Sharing picture books is a challenge with virtual kids because they can't really see the pictures and text that well through my camera. So this year I tapped into e-books from my local library, Philly's public library, Epic, and Hoopla. I can share my screen and everyone can see the book easily. Thousands of books available and it's all free!]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583609 jpalubinski https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583763 Create assignments with different levels of readiness and then distribute them to the notebooks for learning support or gifted students (and regular education students) as appropriate.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:36 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583763 jlowenstein https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583792 2021-02-12 17:52:37 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197583792 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584476 Students seem more engaged when they have the opportunity to explore concepts on their own.

Activities or projects that allow for creativity seem to work as well.]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584476 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584561 As they put correct answers in, a picture slowly appears]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584561 chadtowarnicki https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584725 Each marking period we give a questionnaire to the pod to monitor stress levels, work quantity, what worked/didn't work, and we use that to inform the next MP of instruction for the pod. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584725 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584738 I use the the test feature in Schoology to have "graded questions/reflections" based on different topics in class. Now that you can give direct feedback, that has been even more helpful.]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584738 sdegnan https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584755 We share something we are looking forward to about the weekend or we reflect on something good or positive that happened over the course of the week. Perhaps something that was improved from last week or something that seemed difficult but overcoming that obstacle. If nothing to share we just celebrate that it's Friday! :)]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197584755 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197585405 2021-02-12 17:52:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197585405 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197585583 Make time to chat with kids at the end or beginning of a class. More difficult in the current structure. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:52:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197585583 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586105 Getting family/friends and even pets involved]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586105 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586277 I call my Do Nows "Lobby Talk." Students can respond and react to each other's responses while they wait for me to start the class meeting.  It's a fun positive way to start class

]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586277 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586455 Break out rooms and channels]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586455 jbelcher https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586553 If you have not tried "Trust No One" in Gimkit, it is a must.  The students love it and they don't even know they are practicing content.  If you have quizlets already made, you can import them quickly into Gimkit.  Student engagement in Gimkit is 100%

]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586553 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586603 2021-02-12 17:53:10 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197586603 eslaterrude https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588400 This has been successful for me lately with getting kids to work together and engage in the activity. It also eliminates the loss of instructional time that using the channels seems to always have.]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588400 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588467 2021-02-12 17:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588467 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588505 2021-02-12 17:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588505 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588631 This allows students to begin to learn the new words (make associations), rather than search for definitions that may contain more words they do not understand, thus the student not ever understanding the original word/concept]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588631 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588859 Provide surveys to each class period every 4/5 weeks.  I always ask to give me a rose and a thorn for the week and what I can do to make their learning experience more engaging or how can I add value. 

]]> 2021-02-12 17:53:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197588859 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197589099 2021-02-12 17:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197589099 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590344 2021-02-12 17:53:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590344 chadtowarnicki https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590806 Have an anchor activity, like a writing composition, and tell everyone to leave the call. but you will call them back in 1:1 to share screen and discuss task. 

]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590806 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590823 2021-02-12 17:54:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197590823 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591560 2021-02-12 17:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591560 akardos https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591634 2021-02-12 17:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591634 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591689 listening to other responses for an activity, responding to other, and having an on going dialog that way]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197591689 lcarpenter https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197592070

]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:20 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197592070 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197592382 Pushing out assignments to students through the individual OneNote pages is helpful - copying and pasting requirements and graphic organizers into the students' pages as well]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197592382 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593090 2021-02-12 17:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593090 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593132 We use breakout channels for student collaboration.  Coteachers and aides pop into channels to monitor/listen to discussions.  We then have whole class feedback/discussions about how to participate appropriately and how to include everyone in the channels.  ]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593132 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593393 2021-02-12 17:54:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593393 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593671 Good way for kids to have brain breaks.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197593671 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197594348 I used padlet for students to add comments/analysis on a selected passage.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197594348 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595119 Allows for students who are shy, or non-participants, to share because their names does not have to be displayed]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595119 mackjoanna https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595281 Edpuzzle has been great for recording passages/chapters for students who need/prefer audio. Embedding questions helps with engagement and comprehension checks. It's easy to use with Schoology!]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:02 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595281 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595458 verbal discussion - finding students rather talk that type comments]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:05 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595458 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595891 collaboration board, and open ended questions]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197595891 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596143 2021-02-12 17:55:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596143 jpalubinski https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596198 work great for quick discussions or pair/ share type of activities

]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596198 chadtowarnicki https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596693 approach the class like a live streamer- what is the "thing" that is going to get views today? How can you make it entertaining, to a point, for the kids. You don't have to use the full class period! Giving them time off at the end will increase engagement from the start. ]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:21 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197596693 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197597668 create a discussion post in Schoology. You can make it graded or ungraded.  You can 'like' or respond to posts.

]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197597668 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197598543 2021-02-12 17:55:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197598543 sdegnan https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197599415 Used this last week to explore a new resource prior to an assignment that required students to use the resource.  I learned new things from my students!  They loved sharing what they discovered and teaching me!]]> 2021-02-12 17:55:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197599415 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197599736 2021-02-12 17:55:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197599736 jshapiro3 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600116 Student videos create a chain of questions and answers and/or discussion opportunities.]]> 2021-02-12 17:56:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600116 cduke2 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600400 On Fridays, we end class with a online game, usually it is something fun.  It is usually has a theme based on the time of year.   For example, yesterday we did a President's Day Trivia.  It just gives them a break from "school stuff"


]]> 2021-02-12 17:56:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600400 wyost https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600540 2021-02-12 17:56:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600540 akardos https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600771 I use the channels more for students to 'hang out' while doing their Art work, a time for in-person to meet up with virtual friends, introduce to each other, exhale and socialize a bit]]> 2021-02-12 17:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197600771 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197601492 Sometimes students can simply complete a quick FORM online as a way to show what they have learned or discussed in groups]]> 2021-02-12 17:56:21 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197601492 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197601751 2021-02-12 17:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197601751 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197604411 Offer lots of support  and check-ins through the chat. 

]]> 2021-02-12 17:56:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197604411 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197605334 I do a march madness bracket of songs. Each day students will listen to two songs, and vote on their favorite to move on. But you can really make a bracket on anything and relate to content area!]]> 2021-02-12 17:57:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197605334 jconger4 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197605887 Students have been using chat to reach out to me for Reading Olympics. They seem to like it better than e-mail.]]> 2021-02-12 17:57:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197605887 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197606034 "Would you rather Wednesday"
"Thoughtful Thursday"]]> 2021-02-12 17:57:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197606034 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197607656 great for lab demos. I record an experiment or short lecture and students can watch it at their own pace. In Microsoft Stream, students can read the transcript along with the video, to help see what I am saying.]]> 2021-02-12 17:57:39 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197607656 nbainbridge https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197609006 I have the kids take pictures of their math work in their notebook and they can upload it to Schoology. It is VERY clear (literally) to see their work. I use this at least 3 times a week (also for assessments to show their work).]]> 2021-02-12 17:57:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197609006 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197609816 2021-02-12 17:58:07 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197609816 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197610614 2021-02-12 17:58:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197610614 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197611425 Interactive material ]]> 2021-02-12 17:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197611425 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197612564 2021-02-12 17:58:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197612564 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197612624 2021-02-12 17:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197612624 aron6808 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197615172 I have found calling my students on TEAMS during academic a great way communicate with them one on one, as it's very difficult to do this in a TEAMS call. I am off team, and it has been very useful.]]> 2021-02-12 17:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197615172 jconger4 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197628257 Just kidding...]]> 2021-02-12 18:02:12 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197628257 jconger4 https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197707563 I have been using Wakelet for sharing with students but it is great for collaboration too.
Curation is a Superpower!]]> 2021-02-12 18:19:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197707563 sleister https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197747340 2021-02-12 18:28:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sleister/spvmtiwp9bw68pvu/wish/1197747340