The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast 245: A System for Meeting Absent Students' Needs
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Mar 2, 2025 Robert Barnett, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project and author of "Meet Every Learner's Needs," shares innovative strategies for managing student absences. He discusses the importance of recorded lessons and personalized instruction to help students catch up seamlessly. Barnett emphasizes a self-paced learning approach that incorporates technology to boost engagement. He gives practical tips for blending tech with traditional teaching, ensuring that all students can succeed—absent or present. It's a fresh look at making learning accessible for everyone!
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Absenteeism Across Contexts
- Robert Barnett encountered student absenteeism in both under-resourced D.C. public schools and a Swiss boarding school.
- This frequent absence disrupted learning flow and made it difficult to keep everyone on track.
Record Direct Instruction
- Record short videos of your direct instruction, making them accessible online.
- This allows absent students to catch up independently and review concepts.
Benefits of Self-Paced Learning
- Self-paced learning allows absent students to pick up where they left off.
- This eliminates the need for repetitive catch-up sessions and keeps everyone engaged.