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My Distance Learning Journal
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SPRING 2020
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By the end of this assignment, you will have created a primary source during these history-making times!
Follow the prompts (add a date each time you work on a slide!). Each day will be something different, like:
Assignment Instructions
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Example: A Poem
Kitty O’Meara- Retired Wisconsin Teacher 2020
And people stayed at home
And read books
And listened
And they rested
And did exercises
And made art and played
And learned new ways of being
And stopped and listened
More deeply
Someone meditated, someone prayed
Someone met their shadow
And people began to think differently
And people healed.
And in the absence of people who
Lived in ignorant ways
Dangerous, meaningless and heartless,
The earth also began to heal
And when the danger ended and
People found themselves
They grieved for the dead
And made new choices
And dreamed of new visions
And created new ways of living
And completely healed the earth
Just as they were healed.
Photo taken during Spanish flu, 1919
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Insert screenshots of your social media posts that day or insert a selfie or photo that you took that day.
Describe the last class when your teachers and classmates were all gathered in the same building. What do you remember about that day? What did you do in your classes? What experiences did you share with your friends? Where did you hangout on campus? What did you post on social media?
Reflections
TODAY’S DATE
Reflections on the Last Day of Traditional Classes
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Shelter in Place
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Word Association
What words come to mind when you hear...
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In Words |
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Visually |
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Documentation
What are some examples of ways you can document this time?
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What is some news from your LOCAL NEWSPAPER ?
Insert the link, sourcing information, and a snapshot of a headline that resonated with you.
Link:
Sourcing Info:
Headline Snapshot:
This story resonated with me because…
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How has your COMMUNITY responded to the pandemic?
Insert the text of a statement from a member of your community here:
Community member name:
Quote:
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This resonated with me because…
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Quotes/Images
Your Reaction
“I felt it was a pandemic long before it was called a pandemic.”
-Donald Trump, U.S. President
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“The virus is a devil that must be denied a hiding place.”
-Xi Jinping, Chinese President
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“It’s important we realize how this virus hasn’t just created new problems; but poured gasoline on the crises we’ve long had.”
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, U.S. Congress Member
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On the Record
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Quotes/Images
Your Reaction
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On the Record (sources linked to pictures)
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The 6 Thinking Hats
Chart your range of thoughts and emotions on the situation.
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What facts do you know about the school’s response?
What assistance do you need to navigate the spring semester?
What creative outlets have brought you joy lately?
How do you feel right now in this moment?
What are your greatest fears about the situation?
What are the bright spots in this situation?
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On Friday, March 13, 2020, principals and government officials across the globe announced school closures because of the global pandemic.
Where were you when you heard the news about your school? What was your initial reaction? How have your feelings changed?
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Insert screenshots of your social media post that day or insert a selfie or photo that you took that day.
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Reflections on School Closure Announcement
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How did your friends and family respond to the shelter in place announcement?
Reflections on Shelter in Place Announcement
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FRIENDS’ REACTION
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FAMILY’S REACTION
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Quotes
Your Reaction
“I miss everything.”
Billie Eilish, musician
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“If I’m really honest, it’s been incredible to just sit still.”
-Idris Elba, coronavirus survivor
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“The virus knows no borders and affects us all.”
-Jet Li, actor
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On the Record
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What are some personal symbols of this period of time for you? Insert photos and captions below.
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Distance Leraning
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Word Association
What words come to mind when you hear...
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Congratulations!
You’ve completed a session of homeschool! What are your thoughts? How did your feelings change over the course of the week? What did you enjoy the most? What didn’t work well? What surprised you?
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Insert screenshots of your social media posts today or insert a selfie or photo that you took today.
Reflections on
Distance Learning
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My Workspace
Insert a photo of your workspace
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priority Ladder
In this moment, what are your priorities?
Most Important |
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Least Important |
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The first thing I’m going to do after social distancing ends is…
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Complete the statement
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The thing I miss most about my school is...
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The funniest thing we stocked up on at home is...
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A silver lining that has emerged recently is...
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Oral History
Interviewing an Elder
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(Instructions to come) Name of elder:
Brief narrative of their life:
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Oral History
Interviewing an Elder
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(Instructions to come) Name of elder:
Brief narrative of their life:
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How has life changed for you in the past month? How are you passing the time? What are some new habits you’ve picked up? Are they healthy habits? Why or why not?
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What are some stories you tell with your family? What are some family legends that go back generations? Who is the primary storyteller in your family? Why? Describe the person and explain why their stories are important to you. What are some of your favorite childhood songs and rhymes?
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What are some jokes, stories, or legends that circulate in your community? What are the talents or strengths you see in members of your community? What type of art do you notice that comes out of any of your communities? What games do you play with members of your community?
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What are some things of beauty you have noticed and appreciated recently? What caught your eye or your ear? Why is it important or meaningful to you? How does appreciating the good things you notice improve your mood? Why?
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Capture some of your favorite notes and messages you and your friends have exchanged here. Insert screenshots or other photos.
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What have you been eating during the shelter in place? Where does the food come from? Who is doing the shopping? Who is doing the cooking and what are they preparing? What is your favorite ‘shelter in place’ food? What new food(s) have you tried or do you want to try?
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Your choice - write about whatever you want!
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This is where you can upload some original art.
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This is where you can collect photos, video, and/or audio recordings in a collage.
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This is where you can collect headlines, news stories, maps, graphs, and other data.
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This is where your interactive map will go.
Instructions to come later.
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