Distance Learning at PS1

The Challenge

• Translating what we do
• Experiential, child-centered learning online
• Maintaining community and connection

Resources

• Creative, resourceful, hardworking teachers
• Dedicated, caring families
• Supportive, knowledgable administrative team

Tools

• Zoom
• Google Classroom
• Raz-kids
• Newsela
• Khan Academy
• Teacher-created videos and assignments
• Multiple online educational resources

Two Modes

Synchronous

• In real time
• Via Zoom
• Great for meetings and mini-lessons - "Morning Meeting"
• Preserves community connection
• Every class will be different

Asynchronous

• Ongoing assignments
• Time off screen
• Opportunity for independent work
• Teachers provide feedback via Google Classroom, Zoom Check-ins.
• Balance is key

Specialists

• Family Yoga with Pedro
• Story time with Christina
• Lessons with Lina
• Music videos with Virginia
• Studio will be integrated
• Pre-recorded videos dropped into class schedules

Cycle of Learning

• Play
• Reflect
• Revise
• Build on what works

In the last 48 hours we have...

• Created Videos
• Learned how to use Zoom
• Organized asynchronous assignments
• Developed Schedules for learning
• Learned to exist in a distance community

Embracing the Challenge

• Sharing ideas
• Teaching teams working creatively
• Preserving unique teaching styles

Administrative Elements

• Attendance
• Notes and records
• Learn Team participation
• Ongoing meetings

Basics of Good Distance Teaching

• Students need to show up
• Students need to be engaged
• Students need to feel safe
• Students need to be challenged
• Students need to be inspired
• Students need to be cared for