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Vestal's 21st Century Classroom

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I'M BACK!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Let's be honest... 2020 was I'M BACK!⁠⁠
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Let's be honest... 2020 was a hard year for everyone and 2021 continues to present many challenges. In addition to challenges created by COVID, my family experienced several personal hardships at the end of last year. I was forced to take a look at everything going on in my life and decide what could stay and what needed to go. That led me to take an extended break from social media while we worked to overcome some of these hardships.⁠⁠
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But, the start of spring is just around the corner. To me, the start of spring always signals new beginnings, so I am back on IG!⁠⁠
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In the coming weeks, I'm excited to share more tips and strategies for finishing the year strong, especially if you're teaching virtually. I've also got some exciting things planned to help #virginiateachers with changing SOLs. ⁠⁠
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I can't wait to connect with more of you here!
Do you feel like you are able to keep students eng Do you feel like you are able to keep students engaged while teaching online?
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If you’re struggling with student engagement while #teachingonline, it may be time to rethink the tools you are using to get their attention.
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I recently discovered ClassIn and it is a game-changer for #onlinelearning! The platform has a toolbox with features and activities you can use to capture students’ attention. It also has gamification features to help students review content within the platform. No more waving your hands, trying to get students’ attention!
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A few days ago, I shared that I have found the PER A few days ago, I shared that I have found the PERFECT #onlinelearning solution and I am excited to tell you more about this platform that I have been using!
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Unlike most video conferencing platforms, ClassIn was actually built for online learning. It includes:
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✔️ data tracking
✔️ gamification
✔️ breakout rooms that are easy to monitor
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I’ve been using ClassIn for a few weeks and LOVE it! If you are teaching virtually, you’ve got to check it out ASAP!
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🛑FOR THOSE OF YOU TEACHING REMOTELY...🛑 . Do 🛑FOR THOSE OF YOU TEACHING REMOTELY...🛑
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Do you struggle with any of the following:
✔️Classroom management in a virtual setting
✔️ Keeping students engaged remotely
✔️ Maintaining data and tracking student progress during your sessions
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These are challenges many virtual teachers are facing right now. The reason for these challenges is that most video conferencing platforms were not built for online learning.
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I have spent the past few months searching for a better video conferencing platform for teachers and I am excited to announce that I have found the PERFECT solution... a video conferencing platform specifically designed for online learning.
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This platform includes many of the features virtual teachers need including built-in classroom management tools, interactives for engaging students, and gamification. 
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Interested in learning more? Make sure you are subscribed to my #youtube channel because I will be revealing exactly what this platform is and how it can transform your online teaching in Sunday’s video! Link in bio.
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Thank you so much to everyone who has reached out Thank you so much to everyone who has reached out and congratulated me on my first book! Publishing a book for kids has been a dream of mine, and I am so thankful for all the support I have received.⁠⠀
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Have you checked out Geology for Kids yet? If you teach geology, it is definitely something you should add to your classroom library. When writing this book, I made sure to cover most science standards related to geology in a fun way. I also included lots of hands-on activities that can be performed at home or in the classroom. ⁠⠀
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You can learn more about Geology for Kids by clicking the link in my bio. I truly hope you and your kids or students enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it!⁠⠀
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What would you have thought a year ago if someone What would you have thought a year ago if someone said: "In 2020, you won't return to your classroom. Instead, you'll teach remotely using a video conferencing program."
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A year ago, the thought of making this shift probably seemed impossible!⠀
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I know this time is incredibly stressful and challenging. It is so easy to get caught up in the negative. But, have you taken the time to consider all you have accomplished in just a few months? If not, I encourage you to take the time to do so! You have--⠀
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☑️ learned how to use LOTS of new programs and forms of technology (which is no easy feat)⠀
☑️ developed and implemented new behavioral management systems (also no easy feat)⠀
☑️ helped other teachers transition to online learning (which is amazing considering you have a lot on your plate)⠀
☑️ taught students who are miles away from you (something many thought could not be done)⠀
☑️ completely transformed the way you have done your job for years (something many would be unable to do)⠀
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These past few months have been hard and the months ahead will continue to be challenging, but teachers are truly AMAZING! You have already accomplished so many hard things and you will continue to accomplish even more hard things for the sake of doing what is best for kids. I truly cannot put into words how incredible I think you are and how thankful I am for the hard things you are doing.⠀
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It is easy to get discouraged right now (and for good reason), but let's take a few minutes to encourage and build each other up. Shout out a teacher in the comments below who is accomplishing hard things and doing great work for kids!⠀
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Are you looking for ways to make your online prese Are you looking for ways to make your online presentations more interactive for students? 🖥 If so, you need to check out @genially_official!⠀
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In my curriculum work, we have been using Genially the past several months to convert textbook content into digital, interactive presentations. Since we started releasing the content to teachers and students for back to school, we have received nothing but positive responses!⠀
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But, you do not need an instructional designer to create these fun presentations. They are easy for any teacher to create! I love that Genially provides SO many templates and stock photos to help you make your presentations engaging for students.⠀
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I am excited to partner with Genially for back to school so that we can help as many teachers as possible engage students with interactive presentations. Check out the link in my bio to watch my latest YouTube video, which is all about creating interactive presentations with Genially.⠀
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When you don’t have a human child to read the ch When you don’t have a human child to read the children’s book you wrote to, you read it to your dog child. 🐶
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Geology for Kids is now available on Amazon and most major book stores. See the link in my bio to learn more!

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I'M BACK!⁠⁠⁠⁠Let's be honest... 2020 was a hard year for everyone and 2021 continues to present many challenges. In addition to challenges created by COVID, my family experienced several personal hardships at the end of last year. I was forced to take a look at everything going on in my life and decide what could stay and what needed to go. That led me to take an extended break from social media while we worked to overcome some of these hardships.⁠⁠⁠⁠But, the start of spring is just around the corner. To me, the start of spring always signals new beginnings, so I am back on IG!⁠⁠⁠⁠In the coming weeks, I'm excited to share more tips and strategies for finishing the year strong, especially if you're teaching virtually. I've also got some exciting things planned to help #virginiateachers with changing SOLs. ⁠⁠⁠⁠I can't wait to connect with more of you here! ... See MoreSee Less

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