Strategies for Supporting Students Online

The video features a discussion with Emily Eggers, a middle school language arts teacher, about the challenges and opportunities of virtual learning. Emily shares insights on how Cyber Village Academy, a hybrid school, adapted to fully online learning. She highlights the benefits of virtual environments, such as increased student engagement and differentiation. Emily also discusses tools like Zoom and Flipgrid for student connection, strategies for maintaining safe online spaces, and the importance of restorative practices. The session concludes with tips on online etiquette and the need for flexibility in teaching.

What is the hybrid model at Cyber Village Academy?

• Students attend school only on weekends.

• Students only attend online classes.

• Students have face-to-face classes on Monday to Wednesday and online classes on Thursday and Friday.

• Students attend school every day.

What is one benefit of virtual learning environments mentioned by Emily Eggers?

• It reduces the need for technology.

• It enables differentiation for students with special needs.

• It allows for more standardized teaching.

• It limits student interaction.

How does Emily Eggers help students manage their time in a virtual learning environment?

• By reducing the number of classes.

• By giving them more homework.

• By providing planners for students.

• By not setting any deadlines.

Which tool does Emily Eggers use to give every student a voice in online classes?

• Flipgrid

• Google Classroom

• Zoom

• Microsoft Teams

What is a feature of Zoom that helps maintain a safe online environment?

• It automatically records all meetings.

• It disables all chat functions.

• It allows unlimited meeting time.

• It requires passwords for meetings.

How does Emily Eggers use Flipgrid with shy students?

• By making them present live.

• By forcing them to show their faces.

• By allowing them to use text instead of voice.

• By not allowing them to participate.

What is a restorative practice circle?

• A practice to make sure every student is heard and seen.

• A way to ensure students complete their homework.

• A tool to increase competition among students.

• A method to discipline students.

What is one way Emily Eggers checks in with her students' well-being?

• By using a Google Form for electronic check-ins.

• By only talking to them in person.

• By sending them more assignments.

• By ignoring their feelings.

What is a key takeaway Emily Eggers shares about online teaching?

• Always lecture for long periods.

• Be as flexible as possible with students.

• Avoid using any technology.

• Focus only on grades.

How does Emily Eggers suggest handling students who do not attend online classes?

• Ignore their absence.

• Communicate with their families and other teachers.

• Assume they are not interested.

• Punish them with extra work.