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How to Create Engaging Lessons in Virtual Contexts
Workshop Session
The virtual world has come to stay. Usually engagement is one of the challenges educators face in the virtual setting, plus access to tools depending on the varied contexts. This session will explore different virtual tools that can be used to promote engagement during professional development. Participants will leave with ideas on a variety of tools and activities that can be easily adapted to any teaching context.
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Grazzia María Mendoza Chirinos Education Specialist at USAID Honduras manages and designs education projects to support the Ministry of Education for access, quality, and safe learning spaces. Language educator for 28 years, is a consultant and teacher trainer. Holds a M.Ed. in international education, M.A. in TESOL. Has held a variety of positions in K-12, Higher Education, trained teachers in different parts of the world since 2008. US State Department Alumna recognized for project development for teachers. Recognized by TESOL International Association for scholarship and service: Virginia French Allen Award. Research interest includes CALL, CBLT and Methodological Improvements for PD. She is the founder and former President HELTA TESOL in Honduras, former President of Latin America and Caribbean TESOL, and Member of TESOL International Association Board of Directors 2019-2022, serving as Chair of the Finance Committee 2021-2022.
Links for activities:
•Flipgrid: https://flipgrid.com/4e04b262
•Padlet: https://padlet.com/grazziem01/4lmgtsiajcumqbey
•TED Talk: https://ed.ted.com/best_of_web/xC6cEbLC
•Nearpod: www.nearpod.com code: upagy