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7 Strategies Designed to Increase Student Engagement in Synchronous Online Discussions Using Video Conferencing

Catlin Tucker

This last component–facilitating online discussions–can be especially challenging for teachers who are not used to engaging students remotely. However, video conferencing platforms, like Google Meet and Zoom, are making it possible for teachers to connect with learners in real-time. Learning online is new for many students.

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5 Strategies to Engage Learners Around Flipped Instruction

Catlin Tucker

Teachers got a crash course in creating video content when schools shifted online. They relied on videos out of necessity to explain concepts and model strategies while students learned from home. As teachers transitioned back into classrooms, many abandoned video in favor of live instruction.

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Preparing for Fall 2020: Blended and Online Learning

Catlin Tucker

I’ve designed a self-paced online course to support teachers who are trying to prepare for the fall. Each module consists of four video lessons, action items, and templates, resources, and links to related readings. Module 3: Teaching Presence–Blended/Online Instruction. The course is composed of six modules.

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10 Strategies Designed to Engage Elementary Students Online

Catlin Tucker

Below are ten strategies I hope will help elementary teachers to engage their young learners online. #1 Teachers can hyperlink the individual words to videos so students can listen to the teacher sound out the word and define it. When working with kids remotely, it’s essential to infuse fun into online learning.

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Advancing with Blended & Online Learning

Catlin Tucker

In the summer, I published a course titled Getting Started with Blended and Online Learning to support teachers as they prepared for an unpredictable year. I have released a second course titled Advancing with Blended and Online Learning to help educators develop in their practice. Below is an overview of the content.

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How online learning contributes to a more inclusive HE experience

Neo LMS

One thing that I’ve been thrilled about is that technology and online learning have really supported these students to continue their education, even though the pandemic disrupted many systems and processes. As schools and universities reopen their gates, there’s great hope that there will soon be more in-person learning.

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 8 Strategies for increasing student self-efficacy in online education

Neo LMS

As an educator, you need to find the best ways to increase student self-efficacy and implement those strategies in your classes. Today, most teachers are more comfortable with online education. So, it’s essential to research what makes students thrive in online education. 8 strategies to improve student self-efficacy.

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