Zoom Expectations:

• Come prepared - Paper/notebook and pencil/pen
  • You learn math by doing math.
• Cameras on please - in order to best serve you as your teacher- focus mode ensures that only I see you and the other students do not see you.

Why?

• Non-verbal cues:
  Seeing your faces allows me (your teacher) to read important non-verbal cues like confusion, interest, or agreement, allowing for adjustments in teaching approach in real-time. 
• Social connection:
  Visual interaction helps to build rapport and a sense of community between teacher and students, which can be crucial in a virtual environment. 
• Increased engagement:
  When you are aware of being seen, you are more likely to stay focused and actively participate in the lesson. 
• No distractions- please do not play games or be on your phone- it is super important that you are paying attention
• Ask questions and participate- it’s not an all or nothing- you have some gaps you need to fill in your knowledge of math and asking questions is the best way to fill those gaps.
• Attendance is based on participation. I will randomly ask for students to use the chat or fill out a poll and if you are not participating, I can not give you attendance.
• Some of you are here because you need the support so you can be in the program. I want you all to be part of the program. I don’t want anyone to get dropped. 

Be on Time. If you are late, you will be marked tardy and I will add the time you popped into the attendance spreadsheet.