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Effective Strategies for Hybrid Teaching

Aug 22, 2024

Lecture on Concurrent Hybrid Teaching

Introduction

  • Presenter: Sam Carrick from the New EdTech Classroom
  • Focus: Addressing the challenges of concurrent hybrid teaching (teaching in-person and virtual learners simultaneously)

Key Tips for Concurrent Hybrid Teaching

Tip 1: Move Your Class Online

  • Avoid trying to replicate physical classrooms for virtual students through live streaming or multiple cameras.
  • Focus on moving the entire class online to emphasize participation over observation.
  • Optimize digital classroom space through a well-organized learning management system (LMS).
  • Encourage uniform systems across the school for a predictable experience.

Tip 2: Utilize Asynchronous Teaching Techniques

  • Remote teaching has built skills in asynchronous instruction.
  • Tools: Screencastify, Loom, Screencast-O-Matic, Pear Deck, Nearpod.
  • Design self-paced lesson sequences with hyperdocs and choice boards.
  • Asynchronous instruction helps manage disruptions and provides flexibility.

Tip 3: Set Up Your Classroom in Stations

  • Stations allow for asynchronous, independent, self-paced learning activities.
  • Facilitates working with students in smaller groups.
  • Concept of horizontal planning: lessons are broken into non-sequential pieces.
  • Example: Start with a group activity, followed by stations with different learning activities.
  • Stations can be virtual if physical movement is restricted.

Tip 4: Leverage Digital Workspace Programs

  • Use digital workspaces for multimedia-enhanced teaching and real-time student feedback.
  • Tools: Classkick, Formative, Seesaw, Whiteboard.fi, Whiteboard.chat.
  • Classkick: Interactive, allows diverse student interactions and teacher feedback.
  • Allows peer collaboration and student autonomy in requesting help.

Tip 5: Strategic Financial Investments

  • Invest in instructional technology programs over equipment for hybrid teaching.
  • Avoid spending personal money on equipment like cameras or mics.
  • Invest in programs that enhance participation: Nearpod, Pear Deck, Classkick, etc.
  • Consider online courses for teaching with technology or PD on hybrid techniques.
  • Focus on long-term skills and resources, not just current teaching needs.

Conclusion

  • Additional resources: Playlist on hybrid/blended learning and online course "The 21st Century Classroom."
  • Encourages ongoing learning and adaptation in teaching methods.

  • Call to Action: Like the video and share your experiences with concurrent hybrid teaching in the comments.
  • Note: The video links and resources can be found in the description for further learning.