To support teachers in the midst of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, TeachLab is switching our focus to highlight tools and strategies for effective teaching during this time. Today we talk with Michael Pershan. He is a New York City math teacher at one of the first schools in the country to shut down in the face of COVID-19. At his school, the goal was to transition fully to synchronous distance learning. Michael joins Justin Reich to discuss what we know about online and distance learning, and what's feasible for a math teacher to do.

Michael’s experience and challenges in the midst of Coronavirus
How to create a base for kids to keep learning
Issues of synchronous online learning
Alternative methods of distance learning
Looking at the needs of different age groups and those who need extra support
Equity issues around access and technology
Strategy and planning in the midst of emergencies

About Our Guest: Michael Pershan

Michael Pershan is an elementary, middle and high school teacher in NYC. Learn more about Micheal on Twitter @mpershan You can read about Michael’s professional history here and check out some of his writing here.

Transcript

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Produced by Aimee Corrigan and Garrett Beazley

Recorded by Justin Reich and Michael Pershan

Edited by Aimee Corrigan

Mixed by Garrett Beazley

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Math Teaching During COVID-19 School Closures with Michael Pershan