Differentiated SEL Check-Ins With Google
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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 9
Presenters

Session description
Purpose & objective
The purpose of this session is to give educators tools to help them interact more effectively with students both in and out of the special needs classroom. Participants will explore Google tools to create differentiated SEL check-ins with students virtually or in the classroom.
Google Forms will be used for text based questions. Google Slides will be used for image based SEL check-in questions including using Bitmoji and Emoji images. Google Jamboard will be used for younger students or teachers with limited computer skills.
SEL check-ins will also be discussed as an effective tool for administrators to use with teaching staff as well.
Outline
Content will include:
Discussion of SEL concepts - 10 min
Appropriate tools for creating check ins - 20 min
Strategies t for differentiation - 10 min
Q&A
Supporting research
There are countless websites, articles, blogs and books dedicated to this subject. Here are a few links I reference during my pd presentations:
https://blog.esc13.net/why-you-should-start-your-class-with-behavior-check-ins/
https://www.socialemotionalworkshop.com/feelings-check-in/
https://spencerauthor.com/student-check-ins/
Session specifications
Designer
- Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.