E69 - Digital Hallways: Creating connection in the online classroom (with Bob Nguyen)

The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast

In this episode of the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, hosts Anna and Shé discuss the importance of building rapport in the classroom, revisiting techniques adapted for online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest Bob Nguyen shares his journey of integrating technology into teaching, emphasizing authentic student connection through tools like Padlet, Mentimeter, and Gather Town. Bob also highlights the pedagogical principles that improved his teaching practices both online and in-person, focusing on inclusivity and genuine interactions. The episode concludes with reflections on transferring these insights back to traditional classroom settings.

💡 Reflect with us: What strategies have you learned over the years to build rapport in your classroom? How did teaching online enhance your practice? And what strategies have you brought back with you to the analog classroom?

🎧 Related Resources:

• Episode 7 - Building Rapport on Day 1

• Bob Nguyen’s YouTube channel

⚒️ Tech Tools on this Episode:

• Mentimeter

• Padlet

• Gather

• Loom

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