Collin Hall

Math/Statistics teacher at Central High School - CMU Grad - CMU Student - Husband and Father

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@Kirksey_choir I like this idea too! I'm definitely going to use it if/when we return to virtual.

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@innovative_inq I find time for moments of genuine connection with students. Small conversations in small groups, or short stories to start or end class.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@MsKaileySevel I agree! Students need to have that time to continue to grow their relationships with each other.

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@dustinworm @nearpod You should be sponsored by nearpod!

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@SamMcBean24 That is awesome! I would hold office hours last spring too, and it was mostly just students hopping on to say hi and chat for a little bit.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@innovative_inq In my online classrooms I use breakout rooms as small groups. I give them a common task and ask them to work together to solve it. As students become more comfortable, the breakout rooms become more collaborative.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

Google Meet breakout rooms, pear deck, and flipgrid are some tools that I use to increase social presence. What are some tools that you use? #643Sp21 #NotADog

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

In #643Sp21 we have done ice breakers, incorporated video, and we are now incorporating social media. Looks like we are doing a good job of developing social presence in class. #NotADog

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

"The overall goal for creating social presence...is to create a level of comfort in which people feel at ease around the instructor and the other participants" As someone that is shy at first and needs time to become comfortable and open up, I feel this. #643Sp21 #NotADog

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@SamMcBean24 Same. I plan to keep a lot of those virtual activities to use in person too!

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@srtaweaver It might not be anything you're doing wrong. I let my students know that I care about them and I want them to do well, and that is why I am reaching out to them. They might not know how to respond to it, but just stay consistent!

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@bobalon01 I agree. After a certain time in the evening I have to stop looking at emails that come through. I want to be present for my students, but it can be draining if you don't unplug for part of the day.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@Kirksey_choir It has given me more patience and understanding with my students and their experiences.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@lexi_mcphee This is such an awesome idea and I think I will use it if/when we return to virtual. Social hours seem like a great way to help students feel connected.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

Instructor Involvement: I make myself available after class, respond to emails promptly, and give direct feedback. What are ways you help students feel connected while virtual? #643Sp21 #GetPresent

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

Games are a great way to engage students. I've learned that not all games are equal though, they have to allow for students of all processing speeds to participate. I think kahoot style games are great at this. #643Sp21 #GetPresent

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

@dustinworm I love that you do this! It's a great way to build community in your classroom and help kids feel connected. Especially important now with how many days some kids are missing.

[Collin Hall @CollinInTheHall]

Without facial expressions and body language, affective association is the hardest part of virtual instruction for me. I agree that frequent communication is a good way to address it. #643Sp21 #GetPresent

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@HansaNarang17 I can imagine how hard it would be to be the only person teaching your subject, especially because I collaborate so frequently with other teachers in my department. I think your idea of utilizing podcasts and webinars is a great idea!

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@PJJarvis You must be with many different classes throughout the day? I would imagine it is difficult when all classes have different practices and expectations!