Description
Families play an important role in supporting student learning, but home learning activities are most effective when they are simple, meaningful, and accessible. Looking for practical ways to extend learning beyond the classroom without overwhelming students or families? In this course, Christine Romano shares strategies for creating engaging at-home learning supports that reinforce literacy, math, and social-emotional learning goals. Educators will explore how to design activities that are manageable for diverse families, communicate expectations clearly, and strengthen home-school partnerships that support student success. By the end of this course, participants will walk away with ready-to-implement learning support ideas, communication tools, and practical strategies for fostering meaningful family engagement and reinforcing learning at home.
Objectives
Identify the components of effective at-home learning supports for young learners.Explain how home learning activities and family engagement contribute to student success.Design simple learning supports that reinforce literacy, math, and social-emotional learning goals.Examine family and student needs to determine appropriate at-home learning strategies.Assess the effectiveness of communication methods and learning supports in promoting family engagement.Develop an at-home learning plan that strengthens the connection between home and school while supporting student learning.
