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Strategies to Improve Participation in Your Virtual Classroom
What you'll learn
Understand key barriers to participation in virtual classrooms and how to address them.
Apply interactive techniques such as polls, breakout rooms, and gamification to boost student engagement.
Use digital tools and platforms effectively to promote active learning.
Build a positive online classroom culture that supports student confidence and contribution.
Design lessons that are student-centered, participatory, and responsive to diverse learning needs.
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The Case Against Zeros in Grading: Rethinking Assessment for Student Growth
What you'll learn
Understand the academic and psychological impact of assigning zeros in grading.
Examine the limitations of traditional percentage-based grading systems.
Explore alternative approaches such as minimum grading, standards-based grading, and redo policies.
Learn how to maintain academic rigor while fostering responsibility and resilience.
Develop grading practices that are both fair and focused on long-term student learning outcomes.
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Beyond Labels: Embracing Neurodiversity in the Classroom
What you'll learn
Understand the concept of neurodiversity and how it differs from traditional views of disability.
Identify common neurodiverse profiles such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing differences.
Recognize the strengths and challenges neurodiverse students bring to the classroom.
Learn inclusive teaching practices that support engagement, flexibility, and participation.
Build a classroom culture rooted in empathy, respect, and equity for all learners.
