Mr Barton Maths Podcast #106 Teaching from Home: Dan Pearcy – Google Meets, Poll Everywhere and 5 principles for remote teaching
Apr 5, 2020
Dan Pearcy, a dedicated maths teacher now in Switzerland, shares his insights on remote teaching during the pandemic. He discusses the innovative use of Google Meets and Poll Everywhere to keep students engaged. Balancing work and home life poses unique challenges, and Dan emphasizes the importance of flexibility and creativity in teaching. He also reflects on humorous moments from online classes and shares tips for creating engaging video content. His passion for mathematics shines through as he touches on fostering appreciation for the subject's beauty.
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Balancing Live and Non-live Lessons
- Alternate live teaching with independent work days to support staff well-being and reduce student screen time.
- Use live lessons for focused instruction and set tasks for offline completion during non-live sessions.
Using Poll Everywhere for Feedback
- Use Poll Everywhere integrated into presentations for live formative assessment during online lessons.
- Pause and analyze student responses to adapt teaching accordingly in real time.
Clarify Expectations Thoroughly
- Re-clarify expectations and provide detailed instructions for tasks online, much more than in normal classrooms.
- Clearly communicate consequences for incomplete work to avoid misunderstandings.