Khan Academy Teacher Strategies

The video features a discussion with Jeremy Schieffen and Aaron Hill from Khan Academy, focusing on how educators can effectively use Khan Academy in their teaching practices. Aaron shares her extensive experience with the platform, highlighting its application in social studies, AP, and SAT preparation. The session covers initial steps for teachers new to Khan Academy, strategies for incorporating project-based learning, and methods for differentiating instruction. The video concludes with a Q&A session addressing audience queries and providing additional insights into maximizing the platform's potential.

What is Aaron Hill's role at Millikin High School?

• Science Teacher

• Principal

• Math Teacher

• AP Coordinator

How has Khan Academy been utilized in Long Beach schools?

• Only for physical education

• Exclusively for SAT preparation

• For various subjects including math, science, and social studies

• Only for math courses

What is the first step recommended for teachers new to Khan Academy?

• Assigning random exercises

• Exploring available content on Khan Academy

• Creating a new curriculum

• Conducting a student survey

What is a key benefit of using Khan Academy for AP exam preparation?

• It offers live tutoring sessions

• It allows for personalized learning and review

• It provides a fixed curriculum

• It replaces the need for textbooks

How can teachers incorporate project-based learning with Khan Academy?

• By assigning only video content

• By using documents and questions to create lessons

• By focusing solely on quizzes

• By avoiding collaborative tools

What is a suggested method for setting up a class on Khan Academy?

• Using a paper roster

• Linking to Google Classroom

• Using a third-party app

• Creating a new email account

How can teachers be notified of student assignment completion on Khan Academy?

• Through email alerts

• By checking the Khan Academy gradebook

• Via text messages

• Through a third-party notification system

What is a benefit of using Khan Academy's SAT practice?

• It replaces the need for SAT books

• It offers live SAT classes

• It is based on individual student score reports

• It provides a generic practice for all students

How can teachers differentiate instruction using Khan Academy?

• By assigning the same content to all students

• By focusing only on advanced students

• By tailoring assignments based on student needs

• By using the same teaching method for every student

What is a recommended approach for teachers starting with Khan Academy?

• Avoiding the use of videos

• Focusing only on math content

• Starting small and gradually adding more features

• Implementing all features at once