Not So Wimpy Teacher Podcast

Welcome back to the Not So Wimpy Teacher podcast!   I have a really special treat for you today. If you are teaching students online, whether it’s virtual or hybrid, this is the episode for you.   Today’s guest, Jennifer Serravallo, is a literacy consultant and speaker and has three New York Times best selling books! Her latest book is called “Connecting with Students Online: Strategies for Remote Teaching and Learning.”   I asked Jen to join me today to talk through the idea of connecting with students online.    We’re covering everything from how to form relationships with students to having realistic expectations for yourself and your students during a pandemic.    Episode 94 Takeaways:  + When the tech isn’t working, stay calm, and remind yourself that you’re doing what you can. + Ask yourself if the things that are challenging you are within your control.  + Get your kids working off the screen as much as possible to combat Zoom fatigue.  + The more we can get kids off the screen, the more engaged they'l