Distance Education Challenges + Solutions by Adult Foundational Education https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z Let's collaborate to connect challenges to resources that can help overcome these challenges! en-us 2021-03-23 04:39:09 UTC 2025-10-27 05:46:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342754900 It's been really difficult finding EL instructors for PM courses because of burn out at their day jobs.]]> 2021-03-23 13:21:48 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342754900 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342760136 Retention has been difficult regarding our students.]]> 2021-03-23 13:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342760136 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342760463 It’s difficult getting students to participate due to no internet in rural areas. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:22:45 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342760463 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342761896 Students are able to join throughout our instructional quarter, but latecomers often struggle with the class platform and routines, especially beginner ELs. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342761896 Orientation is VERY time consuming when basic digital skills are included so that students can access classes remotely and use some digital platforms as resource material. gingerm5 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342761938 2021-03-23 13:23:00 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342761938 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342762318 Learner engagement has been an issue since many of my students have kids at home, and do not have enough resources or support to find themself the space they need to focus. :( ]]> 2021-03-23 13:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342762318 Create engaging instruction without using an excessive amount of your personal time. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342764742 2021-03-23 13:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342764742 State uses CASAS but most programs have used the paper/pencil version. Difficult to move to remote testing. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342764862 2021-03-23 13:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342764862 Embedded with a State College has limited us with respect to marketing and recruitment initiatives because of the processes and committees that review such things. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342765568 2021-03-23 13:23:36 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342765568 Numbers of students interested in our ESL program are up this quarter, but recruitment has been difficult; students have been hesitant because of the technology and because of needing to support their children at home https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342768336 2021-03-23 13:24:05 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342768336 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769346 Online orientation has been more challenging than face to face. We have adopted a blended approach.  We deliver the CASAS assessments face to face.]]> 2021-03-23 13:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769346 Remote CASAS testing has been a challenge for some Districts due to WiFi connections and tech ability tourtell https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769396 2021-03-23 13:24:17 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769396 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769727 Screening is harder when students don’t have technology access.]]> 2021-03-23 13:24:20 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769727 For ABE/ASE students online recruitment has had better results but not for English learners. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769728 2021-03-23 13:24:20 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342769728 Being Independent learners lmasri https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342770999 I have students who struggle to keep track of their assignments, despite continuous assistance and feedback. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:24:33 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342770999 Teachers are often as overwhelmed by the technology as students can be. gingerm5 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342772511

]]> 2021-03-23 13:24:49 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342772511 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342774481 Housing costs have far outstripped wages in our rural area. Students are so busy working that education and advancement becomes intangible. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:25:11 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342774481 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342775048 Recruitment is much more effective if in person.  We typically would attend meetings to present our program and/or talk in person to interested potential students. Face to face recruitment is more effective and provides more opportunities for contacts. Virtual recruitment has been very challenging. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342775048 Student device is a phone--not a laptop or desktop computer. brudd4 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776144 2021-03-23 13:25:28 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776144 Limited numbers of face-to-face screening sessions; we haven't done screening remotely https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776188 2021-03-23 13:25:29 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776188 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776647 Students are having a difficult time scheduling their GED tests. There's no open locations ]]> 2021-03-23 13:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342776647 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777125 Students don’t have the right device to be able to do e-tests.]]> 2021-03-23 13:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777125 lmasri https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777524 Peer review for writing assignments has been a challenge.]]> 2021-03-23 13:25:43 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777524 TABE 11/12 is a barrier. It's a long test and many programs in our state have moved to CASAS Goals, but again, our transition is stuck in red tape. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777582 2021-03-23 13:25:44 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342777582 ELL/ESL students struggle with Screening due to Language barriers tourtell https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342778366 2021-03-23 13:25:51 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342778366 Students still have difficulty uses multiple tools while on an online session. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342778568 2021-03-23 13:25:53 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342778568 More digital materials that engage students https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342779521 I need more digital worksheets and interactive videos that give immediate feedback for students as well as more student-centered activities I can do over Zoom. I feel like things have gone ok with WhatsApp and Google classroom, but I know it could be better!]]> 2021-03-23 13:26:04 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342779521 People applying online by mistake. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342780919 2021-03-23 13:26:16 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342780919 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342781816 One room school with single teacher=rushed experience. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:26:26 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342781816 I do orientations for all my students. I was online prior to COVID, so that transition wasn't a big one for me. Orientation videos are sent to all students. It works well as long as students take the time to watch the video. ;-p https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342782571 2021-03-23 13:26:34 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342782571 The digital part of orientation was time-consuming when we were face-to-face; now it is exponentially so https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342786725 2021-03-23 13:27:17 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342786725 Florida has extended its "placement test" waiver to 4/28, but it's been 4 months of on again/off again for mandatory testing. It has effected our enrollments, but more importantly, it has effected the trust and communication with our current students. Many will be forcibly withdrawn at the end of this week because of a decision that was made without input from faculty or support staff. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342792021 2021-03-23 13:28:12 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342792021 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342792912 One teacher responsible for all instruction at all levels plus all levels of paperwork. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342792912 lmasri https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342796007 The amount of work that I have been doing is double, if not triple, what I used to do when I taught in person - and I consider myself tech-savvy.  ]]> 2021-03-23 13:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342796007 https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342796319 Assessment is harder than the GED at times. TABE. ]]> 2021-03-23 13:28:56 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342796319 YouTube is my best Friend lmasri https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342806928 I am doing many instructional videos on YouTube to show students how to use technology and to complete assignments.]]> 2021-03-23 13:30:45 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342806928 No real "online" alternative for students to TABE. The costs of ProctorU are on the student, and private rooms are being enforced as a Cat 1 Accommodation at our local Testing Center. Whether by distance or by choice ( Covid Concerns) we will be losing 30 students this week. GED Test Online has been WONDERFUL! Only a few issues, but otherwise, a stellar alternative to in-person testing. https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342812880 2021-03-23 13:31:48 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1342812880 dfsfdsfdsdf victoria_neff https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1368360544 2021-03-30 15:06:05 UTC https://padlet.com/idealconsortiumworlded/ynt5u2ke3qetd42z/wish/1368360544