Open Strong with Outcomes
Begin every session with a single measurable outcome: “You will solve quadratic equations with zero guesswork.”
Share a visible agenda with time boxes so students know the path and pacing.
- Use quick polls to gauge prior knowledge.
- Highlight why the topic matters (exam weight, real-world use).
- Set a participation norm: cameras optional, chat required.
Design for Interaction Every 7 Minutes
Alternate between short teaching bursts and activities: breakout discussions, live coding, or whiteboard walkthroughs.
Collect answers in chat or forms to keep quieter students involved.
“Engagement is a design choice—plan the interactions, not just the explanations.”
- Use checkpoints: “Type the next step in chat.”
- Assign micro-roles (timekeeper, summarizer) in group tasks.
- Surface wins publicly to reinforce desired behavior.
Close with Commitments and Evidence
End with a 3-question exit ticket to confirm understanding.
Assign a small deliverable before the next session and schedule when it will be reviewed.
- Send a 5-bullet recap with links and next steps.
- Automate reminders for deliverables and office hours.
- Track attendance and completion; follow up when momentum drops.