How to Engage Students Online

Do you have to teach online in just a few weeks? Are you pressed for time when it comes to training because of your own family obligations?

Then, NOW is the time to take this crash course!

I want to show you the best tricks to engaging your students online, as quickly as possible. Because I am in the same situation with small children at home.

This course is designed for impact, not duration.

Is this course for you?

• You will benefit the most from this course if you are already a teacher and:
• You will teach online in the fall.
• You want to transition to online teaching.
• You want to increase engagement in your existing online classes.
• But. most importantly, you don´t have time to waste!

Topics

In this course, you will learn about:

1. The Gradual Release of Responsibility Model
2. Zoom Features, such as:

• Screen sharing
• Annotation
• Virtual Backgrounds
• Breakout Rooms
• Remote Control

3. Popular Online Tools, such as:

• Google Slides
• Tours and Expeditions
• Flipgrid

OUTCOMES

This crash course will show you how to:

• Simplify your lesson planning.
• Plan lessons for performance objectives.
• Understand the features that Zoom offers.
• Utilize the tools in online classes.
• Increase participation from your students.
• Provide the opportunity to collaborate in an online environment.
• Combine Zoom with popular online tools.
• Work asynchronously or in real time with students.
• Provide meaningful and personalized feedback through technology.
• Save time by using already made materials.

Bonuses

• Videos that demonstrate the use of the tools.
• A template to help you lesson plan on the go.
• Downloadable resources that overview each tool.
• Descriptions that help you prioritize the tools that will work for your subject.
• Examples of possible uses.
• Explanations of how educators can use and adapt the tools.
• Accommodation options to meet all students´ needs.
• An additional section of resources just for the teacher.
• An experienced online instructor who wants to help you!

Technical Requirements

You need a computer and/or tablet/smartphone. Having all three is ideal, but not necessary!

You don´t need advanced computer knowledge. Many of the activities can be done with a tablet and a stylus, making it an easier transition for new online teachers.

Note: For the bonus material, you do need an iPad.

Results

These are the same tools that I use in my online classes to keep students engaged, interested, and having fun, while they learn! I´ve taught thousands of online students since 2014 and have a high retention rate because of the teaching strategies and tools that you will see in this course.