TxDLA Keep Connecting webinars are led by distance learning experts providing a toolbox of immediate needs to our members and the distance learning community during this time.

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Today’s Speakers

• Ken Conn, Director of Partnerships & Collaboration, i2i Technologies
• Roxanne Glaser, Director of Marketing & Learning, i2i Technologies

What does it mean to blend or transform a physical event or activity to a virtual environment? 

• Discussion begins at 9:00 minutes
• Create equitable learning experiences.
• Develop relationships.
• Be accessible.
• Start with your intention to make decisions. 

The Blended Process for Decision-Making

•  Discussion begins at 14:40
• A thoughtful combination of goals and resources.
• Set your intention.
• Take an inventory of resources
• Circumstances of environment.
• Make a plan.
• Do and review.

Tips for Helping Others

• Conversation begins at 20:30
• Inventory and use technologies that you already have.
• Use accurate and simple language.
• Start where your users are.
• Be a compassionate helper.

Additional Resources

• Resources for Teaching Online from Ashford University
• Leveraging the Classroom to Support Student Success from Ashford University
• Learning and Teaching Resources from NY Times
• Merlot Online Activities