Distance Learning Day a Big Success!

The Distance Learning Day on December 4 proved to be a big success. Five teachers--Mr. Ewen, Mr. McLaughlin, Mr. Rossi, Mr. Little, and Ms. Summers--instructed 45 Sixth Graders who took math, science, English, and history classes from the comfort of the their own home. (See two pictures below). The teachers used a variety of different technologies, including Google docs, powerpoint, Adobe Connect, break out groups, online quizzes, and chat over the four and half hours of instruction. The all-digital format included technologies to let the students speak to each other and the teachers in real time. The initial feedback from the students was very positive. In fact, one asked, "Can we do this every week?" While the effort involved makes a weekly distance day unlikely, we certainly learned a great deal about a variety of educational technologies. Many thanks to the students, teachers, and Mrs. Frederick, Mr. Bethea, and Mr. Clapp for a job well done!