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- 2. What Does aVirtual Classroom Look Like? A Virtual Classroom is a private online meeting space for real-time learning activities. Virtual Classrooms typically incorporate these elements: Text-Chat- Students can type what they want others to see in real time Shared Whiteboard- A blank screen where people can share information, write comments, and draw pictures in real time Presentation Capability- Instructors are able to use multiple options of presentation modes from audio, video, and multimedia lectures to self guided power point type presentations Audio- Students and teachers can share information with a microphone and speakers. Polling or Survey tools- Students are able to take surveys that are shared with the teacher and class Breakout Rooms- Students are able to split into groups where they can discuss class with fewer people Web tours- Students cab take virtual tours or webpages or projects
- 3. What Does aVirtual Classroom Look Like? According to a Virtual Classroom Instructor, a Virtual Classroom looks like… “A place where teachers are facilitators and students are actively engaged and interacting with one another - a place where students are comfortable and safe and still challenged to learn. The virtual classroom is a place where relationships are formed, and where no one is judged by a name brand or a hair style.” For her entire definition of a Virtual Classroom visit: http://www.wimba.com
- 4. What Does aVirtual Classroom Look Like? A virtual classroom is an online classroom that allows participants to communicate with one another, view presentations or videos, interact with other participants, and engage with resources in work groups. Here is a great link that explains how virtual classrooms work and how they are beneficial http://www.edutopia.org/online-learning-overview- video
- 5. Benefits of aVirtual Classroom Non-Restricting- Virtual Classrooms allow both teachers and students around the world to participate in live classes to collaborate and interact Affordable- Virtual Classrooms are very low in cost. Money is saved by eliminating travel expenses and the cost of ordinary school supplies such as: pencils, paper, glue, etc. Flexible Learning- Online content is available 24/7. Presentations, lectures, and other important information is online at all times and students are able to view and study at their convenience.
- 6. Benefits of aVirtual Classroom Easiness- Virtual Classrooms make learning easy by having all notes, research material, study groups, and lectures within one place. Students also have the ability of using online learning materials such as dropbox and presentation apps. Teachers advantages: Greater ability to monitor and interact with students Easy to track students to see who has attended class and who has not Keeping track of what students are struggling and who needs extra help Easy to communicate with parents/guardians
- 7. Virtual Classroom &Special Education Benefits of teaching special needs students via a virtual classroom: Students that are not able to physically attend school are able to attend class in the convenience of their own home. Students are able to interact with their peers through the computer and not face-to-face. This will be effective for students with severe anxiety disorders. Students with severe behavior disorders that cannot be in a regular classroom setting, can be at home or even in a resource room, and “skype” into their their regular classroom for instruction time. They could also submit assignments and classwork through the virtual classroom.
- 8. Virtual Classroom &Special Education Students that are hospitalized can receive class instruction through a virtual classroom or using Skype to listen and watch in on their regular classroom. ESL students can learn a new language through seeing short videos or having a video conversation with other students or teachers that speak that particular language. Gifted and Talented students, who are above grade level , have the ability to learn at their level through a virtual classroom. They can do this in class, when their classmates are working on grade level work.
- 9. In My VirtualClassroom, I would… Allow students to move at their own pace. I would prepare and provide lectures, assignments, and tests and have students watch the lectures, and complete the assignments and assessments at their own pace. This allows students to learn to their best ability. If a student needs extra time on a lesson, they are able to have it. On the other hand, if a student is already understanding the content of the lesson, they will be able to move onto another chapter.
- 10. In My VirtualClassroom, I Would… Work in groups My students would be placed into teams where they would be assigned to different tasks that they would complete as a group. They will be responsible for discussing, researching, and creating presentations on specific topics. This is beneficial for students to learn how to work with others. Working in a group is also a “real world” lesson that they would benefit from learning.
- 11. In My VirtualClassroom, I Would… Communication- Each student will have their own email account. They will be responsible for communicating with me, their teacher, and their classmates through email or a group page. Here, they will discuss weekly questions about our topic of interest. Communication is the key to success in school and work life.
- 12. In My VirtualClassroom, I Would… Field Trips- I would send my students on virtual field trips. This would be a fun way for students to research or learn about something new. Students would be able to visit museums, art galleries, and even chat with teachers and students in different countries!
- 13. In My VirtualClassroom, I Would… Flexibility- My students and myself will be able to teach, learn on our own time. Busy schedules lead to limited time during the week days. With students having the flexibility to watch lectures, study, and complete assignments and assessments when they have time, as long as they meet deadlines, students are able to learn to their fullest potential. Teachers can grade assignments and upload lectures on their own time. One virtual teacher said, “I can grade papers on my front porch!” I would definitely be grading papers at the beach.
- 14. Resources http://www.edutopia.org http://www.jigsawmeeting.com http://www.wimba.com https://twt.wikispaces.com http://www.learndash.com