https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b Colloquium to develop best practices to teach in a hybrid environment. en-us 2021-02-09 20:07:46 UTC 2025-04-24 12:30:35 UTC hello@padlet.com thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1184483836 There is no right way to make hybrid work. ]]> 2021-02-09 20:15:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1184483836 dbenevento https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187154043 I feel like our lessons are going to organized so that there is some form of direct instruction then a variety of activites for students to rotate through. This will allow teachers to work with different groups  in rotation with independent practice. ]]> 2021-02-10 13:09:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187154043 oruiz5 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187491205 When we go back to in-person learning, students and teachers alike are going to be learning the new structure of school. This is the perfect time to implement different classroom management strategies, different daily activities and routines, etc. Take this time to revamp your classroom structure, and give yourself some time to get creative and learn more about your students.  You're meeting them in person for the first time!]]> 2021-02-10 14:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187491205 agramescu https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187636801 Continuing the lesson and activity format from remote learning into hybrid will help students transition. It will also keep things consistent. For example, in 6th grade readers and writers workshop, we do the read aloud, mini lesson, and time individual and/or small group work, and I have been doing this in remote learning. Keeping the mini lesson short will allow for more time on working, and this structure can be done in hybrid. For social studies, I have been doing many projects and that is something that can continue into hybrid learning, like Danielle mentioned in her post.]]> 2021-02-10 14:42:39 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187636801 thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187654802 Build clear structures that help students understand expectations. Strategies: Color code or use emojis with Classroom topics.]]> 2021-02-10 14:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187654802 thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187663462 Chance to feel like they have some power over one aspect of their lives. Strategies: Choice Boards, Classroom Jobs (class podcaster, athletic trainer for movement activity, DJ in charge of 3 minutes of music before class).]]> 2021-02-10 14:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187663462 thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187676369 Build safety & confidence when participating. Strategies: Hand signals with camera or chat. Wait questions.]]> 2021-02-10 14:49:05 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187676369 thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187709644 Strategies: In breakout rooms give students time & clear expectations or assign rolls.]]> 2021-02-10 14:54:33 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187709644 thughes17 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187776706 Create intentional time to move. Strategies: Answer while doing jumping jacks, quick game of content based charades, ext MoveIt.]]> 2021-02-10 15:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1187776706 MrsAgens_BMS https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189467465 Something that stood out to me from this text was to not overwhelm the kids with tech tools. ]]> 2021-02-10 19:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189467465 MrsAgens_BMS https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189480170 How can we most effectively maintain relationships between kids? Many former colleagues of mine from other districts complain that there's a distinct segregation: virtual kids vs in-person kids. So, how do we blend the groups so the virtual kids do not feel left out?]]> 2021-02-10 19:57:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189480170 aferri10 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189834885 Continue to use the platforms, programs, and apps that students are used to using so that they don't get overwhelmed and won't have to relearn. ]]> 2021-02-10 21:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1189834885 dbenevento https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1193391259 I thought this article did a good job showing possible lesson breakdowns for each model. I like the first one the best.]]> 2021-02-11 17:06:38 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1193391259 oruiz5 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1193678590 Attached below is a useful article to discuss different styles of teaching that we can possibly try.]]> 2021-02-11 17:53:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1193678590 apiwowarski https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204097080 1. Do Now/Attendance. Students work on the problem of the day on Jamboard. (10 mins)
2. Lesson. Students stop and respond to questions via an edPuzzle video or Nearpod lesson. (10-15 mins)
3. Group Work. Students at home work in digital breakout rooms and students in in person work in groups to practice the skill on the same Jamboard.
 3. OR Independent Work. Students practice on Khan Academy or Prodigy. Teacher assists students online 10 mins and then students in person 10 mins. (20 mins)
4. Exit Slip. Students answer a Google Form question. (5 mins)

Half day blocks always go quicker than I think. Alternating days for group work and independent work might balance out the time?]]> 2021-02-15 15:57:49 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204097080 aferri10 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204968764 Much like the first days of school in September, it is important to take everything slow. Establish the rules and routines of hybrid learning. Walk students through their procedures for both in-person and online learning. Play some icebreaker games to help students re-adjust to being back in person. It is essentially the first day of school all over again, so take your time easing into the content. It is more important to establish routines and continue to build rapport. ]]> 2021-02-15 22:04:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204968764 aferri10 https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204998677 Our students can help us to navigate what is working well for them and what isn't, we just have to remember to ask. This platform is new for everyone and it is important to make sure our students know that their voices are being heard when it comes to different strategies and activities. ]]> 2021-02-15 22:25:15 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1204998677 rdlee https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1206942974 After talking with other teachers who have been working in the hybrid model, looking over different resources posted on here, and doing some of my own research, here are my ideas:

1. Start class with a common prompt to all students emphasizing interaction with teacher and classmates (Google Meet chat, Google Classroom comments, Google Form, Padlet, etc.) Discuss briefly
2. Instruction time should be fairly brief and delivered to the entire class. If it can't be brief, then it should be done on full virtual days (Monday and Friday)
3. Hybrid days should take advantage of having students in the classroom to : A. take formal assessments - especially for students who need modifications : B. work in groups on performance tasks, activities, brainstorming, discussions, etc. C. build teacher-student rapport
4. Hybrid days should end earlier for virtual students to do asynchronous work (maybe 15-20 min early using EdPuzzle, Flipgrid, teacher prepared videos on Screencastify/WeVideo etc.) and then the teacher can focus on just the live students for the end of class to build relationships]]> 2021-02-16 13:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1206942974 rdlee https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1207027049 Here are some things that we should anticipate not working in our favor. Maybe we can think of some ways to be ready for them.

1. Really low turnout to in-person classes
2. Inconsistent attendance to in-person classes
3. Difficulties with mics (teachers have told me that students in person will speak in class while the virtual students can't hear them and so teacher will have to repeat constantly what is being said) Mic feedback among students may also cause an issue
4. Tech/Connectivity problems
5. Lengthy attendance process]]> 2021-02-16 14:14:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1207027049 agramescu https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1208456097 I asked a couple people who have been hybrid for most of the year what their tips are. One teaches middle school French and the other teaches middle school Language Arts (but the same readers and writers workshop curriculum). Some things they suggested are...

From the ELA teacher:
-My favorite tip/suggestion- when teaching hybrid, don't sit at your desk in the back. You won't see your students. Stand in front of the room where the students in class can see you. Have your chromebook on a stand next to you, and angle the chromebook towards you. That way, you can address both groups. Also, keep normal eye contact when talking to in person kids and remote kids- it makes school feel normal and interactive. 
-When the kids come in to school, have the remote kids already on Google Meets  and post a question in the chat for them to discuss (something fun like favorite food) while the in person kids unpack.
-Have in person kids on Google Meets too- it's easier to communicate with all. Only one person should unmute at a time.

From the French teacher:
-Keep the structure and format of the daily activities the same during hybrid so you don't overwhelm the students with too many new things. 
-Keep activities simple so they are more streamlined for both in person and remote groups.
-Limit lessons to 10 minutes and spend bulk of class time on kids doing activities.]]> 2021-02-16 19:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/bloomfield/t84rwv4lmfv3vd3b/wish/1208456097