Teaching Remotely: Unit 3

Unit 3: Maintaining Connections with Students and Families (July 20 - July 26)

In Review

• -It is important to identify and understand barriers that may be preventing families from successfully supporting their learner with Remote Learning.
• -Demonstrating empathy allows you to understand each family's Remote Learning situation so you can also meet the needs of their child.
• -Just as you establish learning norms for your students, it is equally important to provide norms for how families can connect with you.
• -When selecting resources, it is important to remember that a digital divide exists
• --Don’t assume all family members know how to and are comfortable with technology.
• Be willing to explore new and/or varied methods of communication.
• -Taking the time to learn a new digital resource or placing a letter in the mail can help ensure you maintain a connection with all of your families.
• -Be mindful of how consistent and concise you are with your communications. When, how, and in what format you will be sharing information can help ensure both access to the information and that it will be red. Rather than focus on what families can’t do during Remote Learning, focus on what they are able to do. Small steps can lead to big accomplishments!