Definitions

Asynchronous: does not require real-time interaction; instead content is available online for students to access when it best suits their schedule.

Jamboard: a Digital Interactive Whiteboard developed by Google, initially called G Suite before other apps were developed. 

Raise hand tool: Electronic replacement of having to physically raise your hand in a Google Meet. 

CDL: Continued Distance Learning 

AP: Alternative Present 

SEL: Social Emotional Learning

Breakout rooms: Teachers can assign students into their own small meetings to discuss class topics.

Canvas: a course management system that supports online learning and teaching. It allows teachers to post grades, information, and assignments online. 

Dashboard: A section of Canvas where students can choose to either view their assignments that are due, or a ‘card view’ of their different classes.

Hybrid: A way of combining traditional classroom experiences, experiential learning objectives, and digital course delivery that emphasizes using the best option for each learning objective.

Selfie School Portrait: When students took their own ‘selfie’ photos to put into the yearbook.