Communicate 3.1.2- News

There are numerous digital resources that online instructors can use to communicate important information to their students and parents. Ongoing communication is crucial for all stakeholders and there are a variety of ways in which to deliver important information. Here are my three effective methods to communicate in an online classroom:

Newsletter- I use smore for my newsletters. Smore is a creative way to share information with students. I like the fact that it is user friendly with very attractive backgrounds. It is easy to upload files, links, videos and images which are great ways to catch students’ interest. I will definitely use Flipsnack in the future. This newsletter is an effective method of communication as it is a news kiosk that is easily created. It’s a great way for both students and parents to get a snapshot of what is due and when synchronous sessions are provided. I love to incorporate goanimate videos, Voki and makebeliefscomix for reminders as they are an amusing way to convey the information.
Email- Of course this is an effective means of communication with both students and parents. Emails are a great way to notify students about missing assignments or upcoming projects or deadlines.
Dialmycalls/Remind101- I make calls with Dialmycalls and send text messages with Remind 101 to send out quick reminders about upcoming assignments, deadlines or missing work.

Here is an example of a news item:

“Watch these videos to hear Spanish speakers talk about their leisure activities” or

“Try these links to practice for Friday’s quiz”

https://www.laits.utexas.edu/spe/vid/beg02ex.html

https://www.laits.utexas.edu/spe/vid/beg02a.html

https://www.laits.utexas.edu/spe/vid/beg02b.html

https://www.quia.com/quiz/4754195.html

Synchronous study session

WHEN

Thursday, April 10th, 7pm

WHERE

This is an online event.