The Substitute Unplugged Survival Kit! Activities and Tips When No Tech is Available

Shelly Sanchez Terrell
Presenter
30
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.88
Course rating
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Description

Are you a substitute teacher looking for practical strategies to engage your students without relying on tech resources? Being prepared for tech-free teaching scenarios is a valuable skill and adapting to unexpected situations can alleviate stress and enhance teacher well-being. Join Shelly Sanchez Terrell for this timesaving, to the point session she guides you through a toolkit of budget-friendly resources including games, activities with movement, and icebreakers that will help you manage classrooms, engage students, and leave a lasting impression at the schools you work at. Get ready to embark on a journey to discover unplugged teaching activities and tips that will equip you to handle any tech-free teaching situation with confidence and creativity! Shelly's expertise will empower you with the skills you need to make every classroom experience engaging, even without the use of technology.

Objectives

Recall key activities and strategies for tech-free teaching, demonstrating an understanding of their potential to engage students. Understand the importance of adaptability and creative resourcefulness in tech-free teaching, explaining how these skills contribute to student engagement and well-being. Apply the unplugged teaching strategies discussed in the webinar to your own teaching contexts, adapting them to suit the specific needs of your students. Evaluate your current approaches to tech-free teaching, identifying areas where you can improve your adaptability and resourcefulness. Develop customized unplugged lesson plans and activities that cater to the needs of diverse learners. Evaluate the effectiveness of applied strategies in student engagement, classroom management, adaptability, and creativity.

Key Take Aways

• Discover a treasure chest of creative, tech-free activities that will captivate students and keep them actively learning. • Gain insights into effective classroom management techniques when you are faced with tech limitations, ensuring a smooth and productive day. • Learn how to adapt to unexpected tech challenges, turning them into opportunities for creativity and engagement. • Explore methods for sparking enthusiasm and curiosity in your students when digital tools are temporarily out of reach.

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Meet

Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award-winning digital innovator, author, and STEM teacher who has trained educators in over 20 countries. Her accolades include Woman of the Year by NAPW, a Bammy Award, and recognition as the founder of #Edchat and a leader in teacher-driven professional development.
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Digital Innovator and STEM Educator

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