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A C K I N M A R C H , educators had very little time to prepare for a huge shift. When the pandemic struck, they sheltered in place and switched to online teaching from home. Some made the transition easily. Others struggled, but valiantly stepped up. Thi s fal l , mo st scho ol s w i l l c ontinu e to of fer online classes — or a blend of distance learning and social-distancing classroom instruction. To help edu- cators build upon their experiences and continue to foster student success, we asked six experts to share their best practices for online learning. They have presented at CUE (Computer-Using Educators) con- ferences and provided professional development to colleagues in this area. Here are their tips for staying organized, keeping students engaged, building rela- tionships, and more. KIM VOGE Association of Placentia-Linda Educators Fifth grade teacher at Van Buren Elementary, who served as an instructional coach for seven years. She is a Google Certified Trainer and has completed Leading Edge Online and Blended Teacher Certification and International Society for Technology in Education Certification. BE A BETTER VIRTUAL TEACHER Tips for distance learning from a few pros By Sherry Posnick-Goodwin B 26 cta.org Class Act