Remote ELA Instruction Challenges and Strategies

Megan Vestal provides strategies for teaching ELA remotely, emphasizing the need to adapt traditional methods to online environments. She highlights the importance of virtual book clubs, guided instruction, and incorporating non-digital activities. Vestal also discusses the components of ELA lessons, including reading, writing, and word work, and stresses the value of spiral review for reinforcing skills. The video encourages teachers to be flexible and creative in their approach to remote teaching.

What is the main challenge of teaching ELA remotely?

• Internet connectivity

• Teacher training

• Student engagement

• Lack of resources

Who is Megan Vestal?

• A curriculum developer

• A school principal

• A student

• A current teacher

What is the first key consideration for planning remote ELA lessons?

• Increase homework

• Use only digital tools

• Throw out traditional methods

• Focus on grammar

Which component is NOT typically included in an elementary ELA lesson?

• Writing

• Reading

• Word work

• Mathematics

What is a recommended method to engage students in reading remotely?

• Reducing reading assignments

• Increasing lecture time

• Assigning more homework

• Using virtual book clubs

Which platform is suggested for finding books for virtual book clubs?

• Amazon Kindle

• Epic Books for Kids

• Google Books

• Project Gutenberg

What tool can be used to organize virtual book clubs?

• Zoom

• Microsoft Word

• Slack

• Google Classroom

Which video platform is NOT mentioned for guided instruction?

• Skype

• Zoom

• Microsoft Teams

• Google Meet

What type of writing assignments can be given digitally?

• Digital writing prompts

• Printed worksheets

• Oral presentations

• Handwritten essays

What is another term for 'word work'?

• Science

• History

• Mathematics

• Spelling