It’s out! The Tech Coaches’ sixth podcast, Space (and Furniture)- The Final Frontier, is now up and available to listen to! Join us as we discuss the design of the learning environment, from seating charts to discussion pits. Our discussion stems from a class we were fortunate to attend, called Designing Flexible Learning Environments, presented by the Michigan Region IV Assistive Technology Team. We also have a special guest, Alie Gwizdz!
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Q-Tip: Making Color Cards for the Matching Pairs Activity in Nearpod
Here’s a quick video about using Google Drawings to make colored cards for the Matching Pairs activity in Nearpod!
Q-Tip: Sharing a Collaborative Whiteboard in Kami
Sometimes during our teaching, we want to be able to pull up a quick, collaborative whiteboard with which to share ideas. This quick video from Kami will show you how to do just that.
ArchiTECHs of Learning- Hybrid Learning and Student Choice- That’s where it’s at!
In episode 5 of ArchiTECHs of Learning, Amy and Bob talk about hybrid learning, the practicality of student choice in the classroom, and their recent interview with a celebrity. Have a listen below!
Bounded Autonomy: Giving Students Controlled Choice in their Learning
Professional Development and an Interview with Mitch Albom Bob and I have been fortunate to take part in some very good professional development opportunities lately, and one of them was offered by Michigan Virtual and MASSP, called Teaching for Today and Tomorrow....
Q-Tip: Microphone and Speaker Setup for Hybrid Learning
As we head into a hybrid experience with our students, we need to think about how our classrooms are configured. Because seemingly no two classrooms have the same set up across the district, we wanted to offer some basic advice for audio and video recordings. When...