Learning Online like a Pro: Canvas and Zoom Dialogues
Dialogue 1: Getting Started with Canvas
Setting: Two students, Maria and David, are talking after their first day with online learning.
Maria: Hi David! How did your first day with Canvas go?
David: Hey Maria! It was a little confusing at first. I couldn’t find my assignments. What about you?
Maria: I had the same problem! But then I remembered what the teacher said – we should check Canvas daily and look at the calendar for due dates.
David: Oh right! I forgot about the calendar. Did you submit your homework already?
Maria: Yes, I did. But I was nervous about submitting it. I read all the instructions carefully and saved my work many times before clicking submit.
David: That’s smart! I need to double-check my work before submitting too. Can you remind me what else we can do in Canvas?
Maria: Sure! We can take quizzes, see our grades, message our teacher, and join class discussions. It’s like our digital classroom!
David: That’s so helpful. I should write this down in my notebook. Do you check Canvas every day?
Maria: I try to! The teacher said it’s important to check daily so we don’t miss anything. I also keep my Canvas password in a safe place.
David: Good idea. I should be more organized. Thanks for helping me understand Canvas better!
Maria: No problem! Remember, if you have questions, you can always message the teacher through Canvas.
Dialogue 2: Preparing for a Zoom Class
Setting: Two students, Ahmed and Lisa, are getting ready for their online Zoom class.
Ahmed: Lisa, are you ready for our Zoom meeting in 10 minutes?
Lisa: Almost! I’m checking my internet connection first. What are you doing to prepare?
Ahmed: I found a quiet space in my room and got my headphones ready. I also have my school supplies on my desk.
Lisa: Perfect! I remember we need to mute our microphones when we’re not speaking. Do you have your camera working?
Ahmed: Yes, my camera is on. The teacher asked us to keep our cameras on during class. Are you dressed appropriately for school?
Lisa: Of course! Even though we’re at home, we should still look professional. Did you make a daily schedule for yourself?
Ahmed: I’m working on it. I want to stay organized with my online learning. What’s your biggest challenge with Zoom?
Lisa: Sometimes I forget to raise my hand before speaking. In a regular classroom, it’s easier to know when to talk.
Ahmed: That’s true! I need to remember to pay attention just like I would in a regular class. No getting distracted at home.
Lisa: Exactly! And if we have technical problems, we shouldn’t be afraid to ask for help. The teacher wants us to succeed.
Ahmed: You’re right. I should take notes during the lesson too, just like in person.
Lisa: Great idea! Oh, it’s almost time. Let me take a quick break to rest my eyes before we start.
Ahmed: Good thinking! See you in the Zoom meeting. Let’s be awesome online learners!
Lisa: Yes! Let’s participate in the discussions and try our best.
Discussion Questions for Students:
- What are three important things Maria and David learned about Canvas?
- How do Ahmed and Lisa prepare for their Zoom meetings?
- What challenges do the students face with online learning?
- What advice would you give to a new online student?
- Why is it important to stay organized when learning online?
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