{"id":11672,"date":"2020-08-17T15:05:37","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T19:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/?p=11672"},"modified":"2022-08-12T13:06:49","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T17:06:49","slug":"routines-mini-lessons-virtual-teaching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/routines-mini-lessons-virtual-teaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Nearpod mini-lessons to build classroom routines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Having strong procedures, classroom management, and routines is one of the most important things you can do to support learning. When teachers establish recurring tasks or activities, it increases efficiency and helps set expectations for students. Keep reading for ideas and free mini-lessons to inspire your classroom routines!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free Nearpod Lessons to help with Classroom Routines<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are so many lessons that are applicable to routines, we’ve curated some of our favorites below and will explain how they can be used! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#MindfulMondays with SEL check-ins<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Collaborating on @nearpod<\/a>. Students share their favorite places in nature to practice #mindfulness<\/a>! #sayvillestrides<\/a> #sayvillestrong<\/a> #SEL<\/a> #mschat<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/JxVcIHw7P7<\/a><\/p>\u2014 Kimberly Pacia (@MsPaciaEDU) June 1, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

These short, activity-based SEL lessons<\/a> leverage Draw It, Collaborate, or open-ended questions. They allow teachers (from K-12) to build quick, SEL-infused activities into their regular routine! These are ready-to-teach mini check-ins that require no prep work from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Begin every lesson with Just a Minute – Interactive Video!<\/font><\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Just a Minute Series<\/a>, a part of our Nearpod Original collection of videos, are relevant standards-aligned, engaging one-minute videos created by Nearpod! These videos feature diverse, relatable characters and research-based instruction! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t stop at Just a Minute videos<\/a>, you can explore our whole collection of interactive videos or even upload your own videos<\/a> and make them interactive! Learn how here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Middle or end of the week quick check lesson ideas! <\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Draw It lessons<\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

These are a collection<\/a> of K-12 skills-based practice activities that strengthen student’s understanding of foundational ELA, Math, Science, & Social Studies topics using Nearpod’s interactive Draw it feature! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Matching Pairs lessons<\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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These skill-based practice lessons<\/a> strengthen students understanding foundational ELA, Math, Science, & Social Studies topics through a series of fun but challenging activities. These are great for review moments or additional practice opportunities! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Time To Climb: Game based review!<\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Nearpod’s game-like activity<\/a> is based on assessment challenges on subject-specific topics. Boost Engagement by using Time to Climb for bell ringers, reviews, exit tickets, and more! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Routine times when teaching<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In our first blog post about classroom routines (read here<\/a>), we share ideas to use Nearpod for engaging bell ringers, competitive reviews, a graphically organized session, gamified exit tickets, and engaging discussions! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A few other ways to leverage Nearpod:<\/p>\n\n\n\n