Virtual Learning
While the shift to virtual learning was abrupt for some, educators in international schools will constantly be faced with new situations and need to be adept at navigating on-campus, virtual, or blended learning environments.
From Our Archives
During the 2020 school break, we hosted a professional development virtual learning series that featured a mixture of presentation, group work, and individual exploration. See below for Padlet resources, webinar recordings, and international educator-compiled resources.
ISS Deep Dive Sessions into Virtual Learning
Deep Dive 1: PK-12 Science Educators
July 1, 2020
Deep Dive 2: PK-12 Social Studies Educators
July 8, 2020
Deep Dive 3: PK-12 Math Educators
July 15, 2020
Deep Dive 4: PK-12 English Language Arts Educators
July 22, 2020
Deep Dive 7: Early Years Educators
August 12, 2020
Deep Dive 5: PK-12 World Language & EAL/ESL Educators
July 29, 2020
Deep Dive 6: PK-12 Specialist (Art, Music, PE) Educators
August 5, 2020
Educators Supporting Educators: Transitions to Online Learning Webinar Series
Legal Liability and Risk Management
May 26, 2020
Online Instructional Practices for English & Social Studies
May 20, 2020
School Operation Practices in the New Normal
May 19, 2020
Back to School Practices in the New Normal Webinar
May 12, 2020
Online Instructional Practices for Math & Science Webinar
May 13, 2020
Continuing Online Engagement Webinar
May 6, 2020
Managing School Finances and Other Resources in Times of Crisis Webinar
May 5, 2020
Grading and Reporting Webinar
April 29, 2020
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Inclusive Learning Webinar
April 22, 2020
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Assessment Webinar
April 15, 2020
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Secondary Counselors Webinar
April 8, 2020
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Specialists Webinar
April 1, 2020
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Additional Virtual Learning Resources
Policies & Guidelines
Online Learning Policy – Sample online learning guidelines for a K-12 School, Riffa Views International School
Crisis Management – Not sure where to start? A matrix school risk and response to closure, International School of Brussels
Parent Guidelines – Sample online learning guidelines for the parent community, Riffa Views International School
ICMEC child protection guidance for online instruction – International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children
International Best Practices for Online Learning – A wealth of policy documents shared by schools around the world
Online Pedagogies
Student Autonomy – Help students pursue their own passions and projects
Pedagogical Strategies – 15 tips for educators when working online, Global Online Academy
Portrait of Online Learning in the Early Years – Sample activities and scheduling for the EY, Rachael MacMillan
Library Guide – Beth Rohrbeck
MicroPD for Educators – Riffa Views International School
Formative Assessment in Distance Learning – Andrew Miller
Using Thinking Routines in Distance Learning – Ron Ritchhart
Community Wellness
Wellness Checklist – Strategies and personal check-ins with both students and staff, Sonya terBorg
Tips for Healthy Tech Use at Home – Guidelines to manage screen-time and personal health at home, Western Academy of Beijing
Reading Tips for Parents – Some simple questions to assist parents with reading with their child, Laura Benson
Indoor Activities for Children – Some prompts to battle boredom at home
IT Operations
Support Portal – A great example of how to maintain ongoing communication and support, Nansha College Prepatory Academy
Gathering Distant Learning Data – A guide for surveying students, parents, & teachers, Jordan G Benedict
Tools and Platforms
Want More Flexibility? – Check out this list of useful tools for creating online learning experiences, Edward Bruce
Tools for HS/MS Learning – A bank of resources for secondary students, Tanya LeClair
Online Learning Flipboard – Links to articles for educators and parents for online learning, Dana Watts
Outreach
Educator Temporary School Closure for Online Learning – Administrated by Kirsten Durward
Looking for Specific Help? – The team at Global Online Academy is available to help with specific strategies for online learning during extended closures, Global Online Academy
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