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Four Ways to Add Subtitles to Your Instructional Videos
Instructional video is at the heart of a Modern Classroom. But a video without captions leaves students behind. Whether you teach English Language Learners, students with learning differences, or kids who simply learn better when they can read along, subtitles make your instruction more accessible to all. Here are four methods, from the simplest one-step option to more advanced techniques.
A Comprehensive Guide to Guided Notes
Notes are an essential element to student learning and success. Guided notes can increase the impact of self-paced videos for students of all learning levels.
Designing with Intention: Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Learning
Dr. Catlin Tucker shares best practices for educators working to intentionally design synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences.
Getting Started with Blended Learning
Dr. Catlin Tucker breaks down blended learning and the blended learning models that educators can employ to meet the needs of all students.
Use Class Time Effectively
Use class time effectively and make the most of your time with students by employing these three strategies.
A Guide to Guided Notes
Guided notes keep students engaged, help students retain what they see, and improve students’ academic performance
Balancing Video & Face-to-Face Instruction
Leverage four modes of instruction effectively.
Bring Classroom Design to Life
What does a Modern Classroom look like? We explore eight educators classrooms to find out.
3 Strategies for Effective Classroom Organization
Are you wondering how to set up your classroom to facilitate blended, self-paced, mastery-based learning?
Why Video Planning is Good Planning
Planning your instructional videos can reduce the overall amount of work you need to do.
Three Innovative Ways to Use Instructional Videos
Instructional videos can serve many purposes in the self-paced classroom. Read on to learn the innovative ways these videos can be used.
The Famous "One Take" Rule, Explained
Recording instructional videos in one take - decoded!
How to Use Synchronous Class Time
You'll probably be using some blend of synchronous and asynchronous instruction this year. How can you use each of these forms of instruction most effectively?
Why Our Teachers Record Their Own Videos
It's important to create your own instructional videos. We share why it matters.
What do I do while my students watch my videos?
Unlike traditional classrooms, Modern Classrooms educators experience free time in their classroom they may not have had before. Here's how to use it!
Whole-Class Instruction in Modern Classrooms
Whole-class instruction in the self-paced classroom - an oxymoron? No way! It can be a great way to bring students together and encourage collaboration!