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How to teach chemical reactions virtually

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Teaching chemical reactions is usually the highlight of the chemistry unit. It is the time when students get to mix chemicals and watch some pretty cool reactions. However, when half or all of your students are learning from home, it can be a little more challenging for them to get the full ... READ the POST

teaching chemical reactions virtually can be a challenge. However, with the flipped learning model and using substances that students already have. It can be a lot of fun.

How to get started with The Flipped Classroom Model: Useful Reflections

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You can easily get started with the flipped classroom model and flip your class in four simple steps: Format, Interact, Reflect, and Extend. This little mini-series will take you through each step to help guide you on your journey with flipped learning. This is step 3: Reflections.Flipped Classroom ... READ the POST

When doing flipped learning, students reflect and give feedback on their learning has many benefits. Students become aware of where they are at in their understanding and teachers can differentiate their lessons to better meet the needs of their students.

How to Get Started With The Flipped Classroom Model: Interacting with Video

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You can easily flip your class in four simple steps: Format, Interact, Reflect, and Extend. This little mini-series will take you through each step to help guide you on your journey with flipped learning. This is step 2: Interact.Flipped Classroom Model: Interactions without Using TechnologyI always ... READ the POST

The flipped classroom model is more than just giving students a video to watch. Students need to interact with the video to obtain its full benefit. Here are some ways they can do that.

Flipped Classroom Benefits: 5 Reasons to Try the Flipped Classroom Model

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     Have you ever done whole-class direct instruction with a presentation like Google slides or PowerPoint?  Have you noticed that some students finish really fast with writing down the information from the slide while others take a lot longer?  It's hard to wait for every ... READ the POST

How to teach cell energy in a flipped classroom

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         Using videos as a way to teach instruction is nothing new.  Teachers have been teaching students through videos for a long time.   With new technology and more students having access to technology at home, now is the perfect time to start using videos in a more engaging way and not just a ... READ the POST

How to improve note taking in the classroom through video

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Does this sound familiar. It's the point in the lesson when it's time to give the students the basic information about the topic.  You create this great presentation.  It has all the information the students need to know including checks for understanding. You set aside 15 minutes during ... READ the POST

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