Are you looking for solutions for setting up and delivering Direct Instruction programs in a distance learning environment?
Structuring Your School or Classroom for Direct Instruction Distance Learning Success!
Facilitated by Beverly Trent, NIFDI Director of Training and Development.
Panelists include:
- Kristal Childs, Gunnison Valley Elementary, Gunnison, Utah
- Krystal Perez, Ewing Halsell IDEA Academy, San Antonio, Texas
- Kathy Anderer, NIFDI Implementation Manager, Orlando, Florida
Topics addressed in the forum include:
- What types of distance learning should be considered?
- Which students should participate in distance learning?
- Goals for instruction
- Considerations for group size and scheduling
- Access to materials
Delivering Direct Instruction in the Virtual Classroom
Facilitated by Beverly Trent, NIFDI Director of Training and Development.
Panelists include:
- Kristal Childs, Gunnison Valley Elementary, Gunnison, Utah
- Alexis Botello, Ewing Halsell IDEA Academy, San Antonio, Texas
- Tara Davis, NIFDI Implementation Manager, Wake Forest, North Carolina
Topics addressed in the forum include:
- Technology requirements
- Platforms that support virtual learning
- Attendance
- How to access DI program content (ConnectEd and my.mheducation.com)
- Instructional tips
- Strategies and schedules (time requirements) for listening to students read
Parent Involvement, Student Motivation and Engagement in Direct Instruction Distance Learning
Facilitated by Bryan Wickman, NIFDI Outreach Coordinator.
Panelists include:
- Matt Hornbeck, Principal, Hampstead Hill Academy, Baltimore, Maryland
- Scott Aguila, Pre-K Teacher, City Springs Elementary, Baltimore, Maryland
- Tara Davis, NIFDI Implementation Manager, Wake Forest, North Carolina
Topics addressed include:
- Role for parents in student practice
- Access to technology
- Ways to keep students engaged
- Adapting in-person motivational techniques to the virtual environment
If you are interested in scheduling a customized webinar for your staff, contact Bryan Wickman at bwickman@nifdi.org.
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