Any teachers: I’m looking for tips for converting my in-person class to online learning next week. I currently teach a studio-based graphic design course to juniors at university. We meet 2x/week for 4-hour classes. We have access to Zoom — but I can’t imagine how to keep 11 students engaged for that amount of time.
I’m thinking to start every class at 9 am with everyone for about 15 minutes, and end every class with everyone for a closing 15 minutes. To give students a chance to speak in general to the class. On Tuesdays, I may run the class as independent critiques in small groups — with an occasional lecture or lesson, then breaking into small groups to discuss. On Thursdays, meeting with each student individually for 15-20 minutes each for one-on-one critique.
Any suggestions or tips are most welcome!