The Hybrid Teacher: Using Technology to Teach In Person and Online

Description

A practical, educational technology resource for educators teaching remotely or in the classroom The most effective hybrid teachers are those that have a vast knowledge of instructional strategies, technologies, tools, and resources, and can masterfully build meaningful relationships with students in-person and through a screen. The Hybrid Teacher: Using Technology to Teach In-Person and Online will teach educators to leverage the technology they have access to both in their traditional brick-and-mortar classrooms and in remote learning environments, including established online and hybrid schools; emergency response models for pandemics, natural disasters; rural education; and connecting with students who can't make it to school. Many of us had to adapt to online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, but we still need resources for optimizing our instruction and becoming the best teachers we can be. This book is a practical guide for teachers who want to prepare for current and future remote instruction or leverage the best practices of remote instruction and EdTech tools to bring back to their brick-and-mortar classrooms. Inside, you'll learn about the impact of social and economic differences on classroom technology, and you'll find strategies and advice for maximizing success in each situation. Learn how best to leverage technology in traditional brick-and-mortar and remote classrooms, with case studies of the hybrid school model Gain tips and techniques to ensure that your teachers, students, and parents have the skills to succeed with technology Discover strategies for setting norms and expectations and transitioning between online and traditional learning Put into place proven methods for accountability and assessment of classroom successes Gain resources to the most effective educational technologies available today in multiple subject areas including English language arts, science, math, social studies, visual arts, dance, drama, music, and general education View sample lesson plans for how to implement tools into your classroom, build culture and community, and adapt for different learners Given the current push to remote teaching during the pandemic and the uncertainty over what the return to school and the traditional brick-and-mortar classroom will look like, The Hybrid Teacher will be an invaluable resource on the shelves of teachers and administrators alike. Cover Title Page Copyright Page Contents About the Author Acknowledgments Before We Begin How to Use This Book (Print) “Freemium” Glossary Introduction The Why My Why A Note on Access and Equity Resources Chapter 1 Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Chapter 2 Synchronous Learning Choosing a Video Conferencing Platform Key Video Conferencing Features The Microphone The Camera The Chat Box Record Digital Whiteboards Setting Expectations Synchronous Instruction: Lesson Breakdown Before Class Community Check-In Movement and Mindful Moment Review of Norms and Expectations Direct Instruction Apply, Create, Explore Wrap-Up, Exit Tickets, and Goodbye Synchronous Instruction: Keep It Fun Zoom Call Soundboard Confetti! Confetti All Over . . . What Else? Uhmmm. . . This Is Awkward “Guest Speakers” Music Resources Chapter 3 Asynchronous Learning Accessing Asynchronous Learning: Learning Management Systems (LMS) Post Everything Stay Organized Create Spaces for Socialization Use Text and Icons Designing Asynchronous Lessons Step 1: Title, Text, Overview Step 2: Direct Instruction Video Step 3: Assignment Directions Step 4: Apply, Create, Explore Step 5: Connect and Communicate Step 6: Reflection Step 7: Turn In Examples Asynchronous Discussion Other Asynchronous Options Meaningful or Mandatory? Resources Chapter 4 Apply, Create, Explore Make a Video Write a Book Design an Informational Graphic Review Vocabulary Play a Game Create a Product Prebuilt Content Review Websites Practice Using Digitized Worksheets Virtual “Escape Rooms” Resources Chapter 5 Keep Design in Mind Slide Presentation Resources Slide Templates Fonts Images Copyright-Free Images Icons Emojis Gifs Using Your Own Pictures Remove Background Other Design Tools Consider Cognitive Load Resources Chapter 6 Project-Based Learning Start with Sprints Design Sprint Resources Chapter 7 Executive Functioning Skills Tips for Teaching Executive Functioning Skills Planning Time Management Task Initiation Organization Self-Monitoring Attentional Control Resources Chapter 8 Social and Emotional Learning Mindfulness Resources Chapter 9 Building Culture and Community Starting the Year Staying Engaged Check-In Virtual Spaces Virtual Assemblies and Themed Days Spirit Week Gamify Movie Night Virtual Field Trips Connecting to the World Resources Chapter 10 Attendance and Assessment Attendance Synchronous Attendance Asynchronous Attendance Assessment Can You Create a Grading System Where Students Don’t Feel the Need to Cheat? Can You Create a Culture and Community Where Students Don’t Want to Cheat? Can You Create Assessments Where Students Are Encouraged to Use Their Resources to Seek Information? Can You Create Assessments Where Students Are Producing Original Thoughts and Products That They Won’t Be Able to Find Online? Incentive and Reward Resources Chapter 11 Little Learners Hybrid for Little Learners Additional Elementary Ideas Resources Chapter 12 Subject-Specific Strategies English Tag Math Science Social Studies World Languages Visual Art Drama Physical Education Music Resources Chapter 13 Nonteaching Staff Paras Librarians Student Aides Resources Chapter 14 Adapting Special Education English Language Learners Access to Technology Data and Privacy Resources Chapter 15 Parent/Guardian Communication Resources Chapter 16 Technology Bootcamp Digital Skills by Grade How to Teach Digital Skills Create a Distinct Virtual Space for Your Technology Bootcamp Look for Prebuilt Resources Applied Digital Skills Be Internet Awesome Howdou Go Slow to Go Fast Resources Chapter 17 Teacher Time Savers Resources Chapter 18 Going Further… Develop Your Personal Learning Network Professional Development Get a Badge Additional Reading and Resources Essential EdTech Tool Box Resources Chapter 19 The Future of Education Is Hybrid What Did I Miss? Take Care Chapter 20 The Administrators’ Appendix What Is Hybrid Learning? Why Hybrid Learning? The Hybrid Teacher Traditional Hybrid School Examples PSD Global Academy—Fort Collins, Colorado Springs Studio—Colorado Springs, Colorado COVID-19 Hybrid Models Model 1: Alternating Groups Within the Week Model 2: Alternating Groups Based on the Week Model 3: Alternating Groups by Half Days Model 4: High-Needs Students Only Alternating, Coordinated, and Concurrent Instruction Resources Appendix: Additional References Index EULA