Ways to Lead Productive and Inclusive Zoom Classes

Here are 5 ways to lead productive & inclusive Zoom Classes with your students.

1. As facilitator, plan ahead. Identify partners to help fill Zoom Class roles. If you can, identify a:
   • Co-host in case you have technical problems
   • Moderator: to monitor and respond to chats
   • Coordinator: to keep track of time and take notes
2. Share rules of engagement at the start of your class
   • Keep your video on
   • Mute yourself unless speaking
   • Introduce yourself before you speak
3. Ensure all students have equal access to shared content
   • Share content ahead of class or by using Zoom chat
   • Think agenda, slides, notes, reference materials
4. Be sure students have an equal chance to engage
   • Invite student s to speak up, and do this at multiple points during the class
5. Be intentional about class activities
   • Conduct activities that work for all students, ensuring a similar experience

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