As we head into what will likely be the strangest school year in our lifetime, you are probably wondering , “What will school look like this year?” No one really knows. We are bombarded with so many “distance learning” options. These “options” make it sound like, “If you just used this model, your problems will be solved!”. Some of these “options” are simply printable resources that you still will either have to physically deliver to the student or printable resources that you will have to somehow convert to a digital platform.
We think we have a solution for that problem. We have combined printed resources and online Google slides digital resources into one bundled resource. Fluidity needs to be built into our model this year since the students in our classroom may start as distance learners, then come back to the classroom, and possibly back to distance learning at some point. We need the capability of supporting student learning, regardless of where they are sitting. There may be very little time to recalibrate, so it makes sense to plan for that eventuality.
We would like to introduce our BLENDED RESOURCES. In these resources we include the printable version and a Google slide version so you can keep up with your curriculum without having to re-invent the wheel. Consider:
- Platform neutral flexibility (home and school learning) with curriculum (print or online)
- Students learn the same curriculum at the same time, regardless of where they are “sitting”
- Compatible with all major education platforms: Edmodo – Schoology – Microsoft One Drive – Notability – Nearpod – Canvas – Blackboard – Pic Collage – Seesaw – Padlet – Evernote – INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED!
- Answer keys provided (where applicable)
- We are blending our Journeys, Reach for Reading, and Wonders resources.
- in our store, click on “custom categories” to find the resources you need
- We will continue to provide blended resources as we move forward into the future.
We are converting our Journeys stories to blended bundles. Click on “Custom Categories” for individual story resources. Here are some resources we’ve retrofitted:
Email us with questions, we are happy to help!
I like that you pointed out that fluidity must be a part of the model when it comes to creating lessons for distance learning. I think that is important to ensure that each learner will be able to grasp the concepts even though they are in their homes. With the pandemic still present, we should definitely consider more distance learning for our safety while we continue our studies.
Hi Mia!
Thanks so much for the comment. Yes, you are absolutely right, fluidity and flexibility are a must since we still may be looking at distance learning where students may be still learning from home. Each student’s family and situation is different. We had one family who really struggled with working with their student “real time” when the class was going on, so for this student the teacher was kind enough to briefly meet with the student and parent over the weekend. I think both parents were essential workers, so we all have to roll up our sleeves and do what we can.
Thanks again and have a wonderful school year!
Carol from The Teacher Team