Online Classroom Management Tips and Strategies

[@adventuresofjettandbeau]

I am getting ready to do my mock 1 class next weekend! Your videos have been SO helpful so far! It is CLEAR that you are really good at your job and a really skilled ESL teacher! Thanks for all of the wonderful advice! I used your tips to pass my interview :)

[@margichristianhill3702]

Thank you SO SO SO much for all of your VIPKID videos, Nancy! They have helped me from the very beginning!

[@plmcalderathingdos]

Thank you for your videos! I have been watching them since day one of my interview process w/VIPKID until now that I'm currently teaching !:) Great tips!

[@NancyTaylor]

Thanks so much for your comment and update Paloma! Congratulations! I hope that you are enjoying the journey in teaching ESL for VIPKID! Happy teaching.

[@sadieflanagan1114]

This video is the best one I've seen yet! You're the best Nancy!

[@janelcook926]

My first class is tomorrow morning...love all your tips and helpful advice! You Rock!

[@NancyTaylor]

wahoo! knock em dead!

[@sarahshabazz6040]

I LOVE your personality! You are SUCH A HELP! Thank you! New teacher starting out! :) Thanks for what you do!

[@judypardee1798]

Thanks Nancy.. ..I love watching your videos...I am going to be doing my Mock 2 next week. I get overwhelmed with the time and never seem to get done. Oh well...I really love your videos and I have learned a lot! Thank you.

[@lindacorral44]

Amazing video, thank you! My first booking did all of the above and threw me off my game! I got it now!

[@NancyTaylor]

Linda! That is the best way to learn! You probably wouldn't have researched what to do if it was smooth sailing right out of the dock! Blessing in disguise. Way to go, and happy teaching!!!

[@dessicamabry7673]

These videos are AMAZING!!! I have my interview and demo class tonight and I've been *pouring* over them all weekend. Thankfully I have a pretty firm background in education and a five year old (whose room I'm raiding for props) so I'm feeling pretty good, but I can't even begin to tell you how much these have helped. THANK YOU!!!!

[@NancyTaylor]

Dessica! Aweseome! Way to go:) I hope that your interview went well, and I raid my 1 year old's toys all the time. People have to specify who gets to play with her toys when they give them as presents!:) hahaha! Thanks so much for your kind words.

[@dessicamabry7673]

I made it through my interview and Demo and have my Mock Class 1 tomorrow afternoon! I'm trying to watch every video I can get my hands on as well as review the slides so many times that I see them every time I close my eyes, including when I blink! Hahahaha! I think we'll be taking a family field trip to Walmart and Hobby Lobby tonight to pick up a few of the props I'm missing :D

[@dessicamabry7673]

I made it!!! Finishing uploading all of my pictures and trying to find which black hole I sent the iMovie of my welcome video into on my MacBook now, LOL! Thanks for all of the tips in your videos. You rock!

[@priscillahughes2152]

I've subscribed because I've watched so many of your videos after literally having a child FALL ASLEEP on the bed while I was teaching him! Madness!! Thank you for uploading these videos!!!

[@NancyTaylor]

hahahaha:) You rock!

[@NancyTaylor]

These kids work so hard, and I can't even imagine all that they accomplish in a day! My later students are always a little sleepy! Way to go kids!!!

[@priscillahughes2152]

I am new to this, so it was a surprise, but I must thank you, I have had much more successful lessons now, I was afraid to even ask them to sit still, but now seeing the way you have done it in a video, its much easier :)

[@heathermichele9]

I have my interview this evening. I have been watching your videos and they are so informative and fun!! Thank you for your enthusiasm, it is contagious!

[@NancyTaylor]

Awesome Heather! Hope that it went well!!!

[@tutorwin13]

Amazing Nancy! This was a very nice and helpful video! Very informative and precise! Surely aspiring online ESL Teachers will be successful if they follow the tips you mentioned in this video. I find it really fun, especially when you teach kids! Thank you in advance!

[@iolaiam]

These are great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@lenchilders306]

This video is awesome, thank you! Very useful information in a specific and organized delivery!

[@NancyTaylor]

Thanks Len!

[@sharonfisher9767]

your awesome nancy!!! Love watching your new videos...I just got hired and hope to be as much fun and express as much energy as you do, with my prospective students! Thanks for all the ideas and suggestions :)

[@NancyTaylor]

Congratulations Sharon!!! You will rock it with your students! Have a blast:) Thanks for your kind compliment!

[@glennandrews6315]

Thank you for your helpful tips on class management! Very useful.

[@TheCookFamilyHomestead]

My first class is tomorrow morning...I love your videos and helpful tips. Thanks for taking the time to share with us! :)

[@NancyTaylor]

Thanks so much for leaving this comment! Hope your class goes well!!!

[@PhilSmithBonkers]

This lady is brilliant!

[@尹朔羽]

Thank you so much for sharing! It's a little bit late for me to check out your videos. They are all so great!!! I'm applying for a part-time online English teacher; however, I'm not that experienced since it's my first time to teach kids and to teach Englis online. I've had two probations (I need to pass 3 unpaid probations before being hired) before watching your videos, and the suggestion I received is that the way I teach is educational, but I'm going to teach 4 to 12 years old children. Therefore, they think I should make some changes in teaching, such as letting students show what they can do. That's the reason why I bumped into your channel right now, and I think it's beneficial! Thank you again for the video! BTW, my final probation will be on 7/22; hopefully, I can pass all the probations *nervous*

[@NancyTaylor]

Good luck! Glad I could help in some way!!;)

[@NShileysheim]

OMG! This is the most useful and laconic video I've ever watched! Thank you so much, teacher Nancy!

[@NancyTaylor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nadineahlers2164]

Honestly Nancy I appreciate your content SO much! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. ❤️

[@NancyTaylor]

So sweet! Thank you for letting me know!:)

[@alejandrinaencinas227]

I am so glad I've found you!!! jajaja I am a preschool coordinator in a bilingual school, and I'm looking for good tips for my teachers, and this one, this video made me laugh so hard! Because every student you mentioned here just happened to be in all the online classes. Thank you very much for sharing. I send you a big virtual hug from Hermosillo, Sonora, México.

[@marinapapadakis5687]

Your video is fantastic Nancy! Thanks for sharing :)

[@NancyTaylor]

You got it Marina! Thank you:)

[@marinapapadakis5687]

You are very welcome :) Teacher Nancy :)

[@teacherbakerful]

Your video was so engaging! Thanks and keep it up! I just had my interview and wished I'd seen yours beforehand. Superb!

[@NancyTaylor]

Awesome Sharon! Best of luck! Hope that it went well:)

[@teacherbakerful]

Unfortunately they said no. :-(

[@kellywakefield5408]

Apply again! I've heard of some people applying several times

[@jameskingston266]

The kids must love you!

[@kimturner1963]

The "show me your eyes" tip has been super helpful. Thanks!

[@NancyTaylor]

So happy to hear! Thanks for sharing what has worked for you as well!

[@ChristyHarwell]

I have watched several videos of you and I love your personality! Thank you for making these!

[@NancyTaylor]

You got it Christy! Thanks for your comment!

[@63bonjour]

I love the energy and positivity you exude! I am learning so much from your videos. What do you do about staying on time when you have to do so many things to get one of these student types back on track? Especially if you need to pull them back into class two or three (or more) times?

[@NancyTaylor]

This is something I'm trying to figure out myself. I have mostly regular students, and therefore know there personalities and learning styles very well. This allows me to plan ahead. With some students both low and high I pinpoint the most important slides and activities that follow the lesson objectives and I make sure those are taught. Most of my students get through all of the content, but there are some that can find a tangent on every single slide or that get distracted very easily. I use their tangents as times to have a discussion and real conversation on occasion and I bring my students back with new rewards and the cue, "Can I see you eyes?" "Where is ________?" Hope this helps!! Happy teaching!

[@grace-fe7fw]

You are very entertaining! You make my day. Thanks for the tips and strategies.

[@christinasimke494]

Nancy, Thanks so much for the tips and high energy videos! They have been SUPER helpful and informative! Random questions-where did you get your orange shirt, and where did you get the map of the world? :)

[@NancyTaylor]

You got it! Happy to help. Orange shirt was from Nordstroms Rack and the map is from Target!

[@Creativespiration]

Great job!!! Fantastic tips!

[@cheryleakin-eubanks7661]

I’m so glad I found this! TY again Nancy! Can you do 1 for upper levels? Like the completely disinterested 1, the fast reader and the low energy quiet 1? 😆

[@NancyTaylor]

Good idea for a video! I do have this video that may help for now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3XXkqCqi7iCgdU

[@mariefrancesgacer9038]

Very helpful! Thank you Teacher Nancy!😘

[@claudiohernandez3385]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!:)

[@xitlaliloza361]

Where did you get your duck!? I loved it! Thank you for your tips, love your video

[@NancyTaylor]

Hehe! hand me down from my mom's classroom! I'm sure you could make one so much cuter with a sock:) hehehe! So fun hearing that you like my duck. My favorite is to say with a raspy voice, "Did you say duck?" to my students. They laugh every time:) Happy teaching!

[@yvettebennett6876]

Awesome, awesome TIPS!! Thanks for sharing......again! ;-)

[@NancyTaylor]

You got it Yvette!

[@roti1873]

Wow I'm glad you exist.

[@kstreib]

Thank you for making these videos.

[@anastasianikitina8731]

hello Nancy! i adore you , you are fantastic!!!!!i've learnt many tips from your video! thank you so much!!!!!!!i'll use them in my online classes with children...thank you so much ...Anastasia from Italy

[@NancyTaylor]

So happy to hear this!! Thank you for letting me know Anastasia!

[@RebekahFOnlineTeaching]

Thank you! I love your videos. I have had all these students. I second the question about the over helping parent, who jumps n before the student is able to self- correct.

[@NancyTaylor]

Rebekah! I had too much fun making this video. I responded with what I do on Diana's comment. Hope it helps.

[@RebekahFOnlineTeaching]

thanks. that is very helpful.

[@aguajulie]

You are so inspiring! How do you get the view of you so bright and clear?

[@breticles]

aguajulie looks like she might have some studio lights based on the reflection in her eyes.

[@SEvangelistaMindfulness]

You rock!!! big help! Thanks! definitely subscribing!

[@farjanapushpa6081]

I like all your tips and I will try to use in my Online classes In sha Allah.you r so good

[@brittanymalone8644]

Just wanted to tell you that I love your videos!!! I teach 6th grade science and was wanting to do VIPkid as a side job! I passed my interview and demo class and have mock 1 on Monday!! Can you give any tips on the sit and stand activity. I was looking over their previous vocabulary and wasn't sure how to describe the activity with minimum words. Thanks for any help!

[@NancyTaylor]

Awesome! I hope that you love it. I taught 6th grade and loved my students! To teach the "Sit or Stand." I will say, "Pig" then take my hand to my ear to have my student repeat. I will then say, "We sit" with a big thumbs up and showing with hands pushing down for sit. I have the student repeat "We sit" by taking my hand to my ear and having them repeat. I then erase the board and circle the pig and say, "Panda?" Hand to ear for the student to repeat. I say, "No" if the student doesn't first with a big X with my arms. The student repeats, "No" by signaling with my hand to my ear. I then say, "We stand" having the student repeat and motioning a thumbs down and standing up. This takes a lot of encouragement with your arms to get the student standing. You'll notice that Ididn't say a lot of words, but used a lot of TPR and modeled while having the student speaking 50% during my explanation. Then when I circle the next word and say a word for it I will use a lot of TPR to help the student know to sit or stand. You can ask, "What is it?" if you say the wrong word.

[@dianar.1220]

Thank you so much for the tips! They were very helpful. Do you have a tip for how to deal with the parent that will just give their child all of the answers during the class instead of allowing the student to do it on his/her own. Thanks!

[@NancyTaylor]

I totally forgot to do "The Whisperer!" I adjust the management depending on how much the parent is helping out. If it is benefiting the child by helping them stay on task and they are not giving them all of the answers then I allow it. For the parent that tells the student what to say every time. I will emphasize that I want the child to respond. When I ask a question I may say, "Not mom, Timmy answer." If they continue then I always leave feedback that states, "Have Timmy respond to questions on his own in class. This will allow him to practice and show what he has learned." You may need to be even more blunt if the parent continues! Good luck with "The Whisperers!"

[@dianar.1220]

I will do that. Thank you so much!

[@nalticglobalheadquarters3430]

Boxfish needs to hire you! You are awesome!!!

[@NancyTaylor]

:)

[@ashleighlawson619]

Love your videos! What do you do if the student will not stand up when you ask them to?

[@NancyTaylor]

continue to model and show with a doll or puppet. I say, "stand up" and then take a puppet in a sitting position to stand, and then I stand and motion upward with my hands for my student to stand. You do your best, and if they don't get it don't waste too much time. I would leave it in the feedback for the parents, and then be consistent in teaching it and expecting it next time!! heynancytaylor.com

[@susanosburn9616]

Ha ha, I've had all these sorts of students in person. Thanks for the tips. Also, My 5 month old son is entranced as we watch this together!

[@NancyTaylor]

So happy to hear!! hehehe!

[@superfungrandmajenny1269]

You are SUPER!!!! Love your videos and energy! Question: I am an ESL teacher. I see different strategies that VIPKIDS use compared to what I've learned in college. Do you think both can be incorporated to the lessons? I have my interview this Friday and am curious how both can be used to help non-English speakers. Thank you!

[@NancyTaylor]

Of course! I would use your knowledge of working with ESL students in conjunction with VIPKIDS trainings!

[@kdasilva100]

Hi Nancy! Love your videos!! Where did you get that world map!? It's so awesome!!

[@NancyTaylor]

Thanks Kelsi! I got the world map from Target in August! It was $1! If they don't have it in stores maybe they have it online!

[@DebbieM217217]

Hi Nancy... as always, love your videos! In looking for time management videos I would hate it if someone missed yours... change "managment" to "management" in your title. :-) Thank you again for all of your great advice and guidance. I know I'm a better VIPKID teacher because of you! Also, do you have a video about getting through all the slides in the allotted time? If I have a s-l-o-w reader and need to get through the slides, how do you do that?

[@NancyTaylor]

Debbie! You are a champion for catching that spelling mistake! I was just testing your teacher smarts:) Switched:) Here is a video that has time management by a fellow teacher:) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWfNXpaQmqqjmZI

[@elle8099]

this is helpful and FUNNY at the same time lol 😂😂

[@pugsandcoffeeplease]

Great tips! I want to assemble a sort of 'tutoring kit' for myself. I'm thinking white board, various markers, maps, some mandarin flash cards. Does this sound good to you? Also, some way to stabilize my iPhone which I use to tutor.

[@NancyTaylor]

Michael! Yes! It is also nice to have some props for the content you will be teaching such as food, animals and a couple simple books. I use this gorilla flexible tripod when filming with my phone. It is great for stabilizing! www.amazon.com/GripTight-GorillaPod-Stand-Smaller-Phones/dp/B009GHYMB6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481990205&sr=8-1&keywords=iphone+holder+gorilla Hope this helps!

[@Kyle-mj6wf]

Nancy you are awesome :) Today I had problems connecting with a trial student. The first slide was a song. He was shy and told me he didn't want to sing. Totally understandable, class can be a little overwhelming, especially for first timers. So I sang and he listened. A couple slides later was a charades game slide. I did my best monkey and elephant impersonation. lol. He guessed correctly but didn't seem impressed. When I asked him to act, he didn't want to. I was trying to make a fun and relaxing environment but he was such a serious student. Any tips on how to connect with the serious students? Thank you! Heather (not sure why my husband's name is showing).

[@NancyTaylor]

Heather! Great question. I've had a couple of these and you feel silly on the other end. If they are intermediate/advanced I will ask them questions to get to know them and let them talk and feel comfortable. For the beginning students I will ask, "Do you like to (sing/dance) _____?" and if they just stare then I'll move on and try to find something they are interested in. It may be a toy that I have (legos etc.) or a familiar Disney character. Sometimes they never crack a smile and that is fine. It doesn't mean they didn't like class. Some are just shy! Keep it up!

[@Kyle-mj6wf]

Nancy Taylor thank you for the tips! I thought the student wasn't enjoying class and he ended up signing up with VIPKID. :) *happy dance*

[@elizabethtindalwoods3629]

Ha! One mystery solved!!! I always wondered how/ why you bounced in your videos!

[@NancyTaylor]

hahahaha;) I can never hold still!

[@tchamp16]

I love your videos!! I’d love to get in contact with you to get some support through the interview process to become a teacher!

[@NancyTaylor]

I'd love to help you out! Shoot me an email! [e-mail]

[@gemmam9925]

Where did you get that light wand? It's magical!

[@NancyTaylor]

Target!

[@kimberlyannklasnicofficial]

emergency question, i have 2 assessments tonight and never got the google drive, i wrote you a message. I am trying to get the rubrics! thanks!!

[@NancyTaylor]

Kimberly Ann The rubrics are in the classroom feedback page. When you go into class, click on feedback and Wahlah! I usually fill out any missed answers in my notebook (questions are on each ppt page in the teacher notes) and then fill out the feedback afterwards from my notes! Have fun!!!

[@TheMrWildfire]

I love your videos, truly adore you ❤️and I have found them to be extremely helpful. I have a question, what do you do for extreme cases? I have a student who has gone from distracted to not going do it. No how, no way. Yelling "no, no, no!" Or choosing to repeat one word I said, over and over. And actually turning to camera away. I have suggested adult supervision, but was curious how you would handle it.

[@NancyTaylor]

I state this to the parents in the feedback. I sometimes will ask if they can find their parent to come join (which if they are smart they won't) hahaha! You just do your best, find their interest and reward their good behavior. It is only 25 minutes and make sure you are honest in the feedback so that the parents know!

[@robertbrundage4058]

Thanks. You're the best.

[@NancyTaylor]

You got it Robert!

[@bisdakstories4346]

Thank God I found you Nancy ❤️

[@marymccune7558]

Your incredible at what you do Nancy Taylor! I put your referral number in today. I enjoy your videos. This one was great. I was concerned about these things. Good advice.

[@NancyTaylor]

Shoot me an email too for more resources! [e-mail]

[@susantappen708]

How do you do the stars reward system if you do your own rewards system? Your suggestions are great.

[@NancyTaylor]

I usually give my supplemental reward when I give a star, so I do around 5 things with my supplemental. Some teachers do them completely separate, but I would forget if I did that.. heheh.

[@dianasnyder2345]

How do you put the word search game up so you can both circle it? Thank you!

[@NancyTaylor]

They are usually built into the lessons!

[@acultivateseries]

Thank you for your videos! You are so stinkin cute! I totally want to get together for a play date with our kids! Haha! I just got hired and have seen a lot of ideas for the greeting video, but not for what to write in the self introduction box. Any tips?

[@NancyTaylor]

Awesome Rachel! Way to go! I'm so happy for you:) Here is my self introduction! Super simple! Hope it helps. I am a certified teacher with 6 years teaching experience working with many ESL students. I love working with children and seeing them light up as they learn new things. I believe in keeping things simple, engaging, and always having a positive attitude. Some of my hobbies include running, hiking, traveling, and spending as much time as possible with my husband, Dave, and baby daughter, Ava. We live in Utah. I look forward to working with you and your child!

[@acultivateseries]

Thank you very much!

[@jenniferjones1470]

Cool video. How do you usually do the wordsearch game???

[@NancyTaylor]

We just do it together if it is in the powerpoint! The students are really good at these if you let them do most of it! Were you referring to a different game??

[@angelahatch2544]

Hello Nancy! Thank you for sharing your expertise and opinions about VIPKID! I am a recent hire and your videos have gotten started. Is there a way to get in contact with you for further mentoring?

[@NancyTaylor]

Angela! You can shoot me an email if you would like! [e-mail]

[@nyerobinson3320]

love your facial expressions

[@rabiamusa6574]

Hi teacher Nancy. I simply love your videos. Full of fun, yet informative :) I want to know what if student does not open their webcam , and you know they are doing something else? How would you handle it? Thanks!

[@NancyTaylor]

Hey Rabia! You always have contact with "firemen" who are mostly IT help and they can also help with the student if this were to happen. I've never had it happen in 3 years though, so you should be fine! Good to plan ahead though!

[@rabiamusa6574]

Thank you!

[@nikmichel]

Hey there Nancy. Love your videos...thank you! I am thinking about applying to VIPKID. I've been studying up and researching to prepare myself. I was wondering about the TRP. Specifically the one where you want them to talk (cupping your ear). Do the kids already know this or is it something you explain in the beginning? If so, how do you explain it to them?

[@NancyTaylor]

I just model the action while I repeat what I said to model for the student what to do. If they don't get it you can grab a puppet and show them how the puppet repeats you when you cup your ear! Puppets are the best for modeling what you want the student to do!! Good luck! Shoot me an email if you need a referring teacher! [e-mail]

[@nikmichel]

Nancy Taylor Thank you so much! I appreciate the feedback. This video is so helpful by the way...you rock! I am unable to do a referral, because I applied through a job site and already have a referral on my application. Thanks again. 😀

[@leapingfroglady]

I don't know how you have time to ask personal questions. I would love to get to know my student but there is so much work to cover that I cannot use the little time available to get acquainted.

[@NancyTaylor]

When I first started I didn't either. My students that I see daily or several times a week know how class is run and we always start with how their day was, how school was, etc. They love that time to share & I love to get to know them more! With new students it is quicker and not as in depth because it does take more time to cover all of the content.. Hope this helps!!! Happy teaching:)

[@hasnalajaji2003]

Big thanks 💕😊

[@kimturner1963]

Super helpful and fun :) thanks :)

[@NancyTaylor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephanienhem4955]

i want to be your student. haha. great tips and pointers!

[@NancyTaylor]

Hahaha!:) Love this!

[@stephanienhem4955]

PASSED!!!

[@NancyTaylor]

Way to go Stephanie! Happy dance for you over here!!! Welcome to the team:)

[@JM-gu3tx]

Is John "good" or "well"? Isn't "good" an adjective and "well" an adverb describing how he is doing?

[@jenniferwhitaker7649]

Hi Nancy, In my mock 1, my "student" kept drawing funny images on the slides--a person riding the panda like a horse, etc. How would I handle that situation in the real online classroom?

[@NancyTaylor]

Great question Jennifer! Usually this happens when the student is bored. I'm going too slow or not having them speak enough. I mix up the pace by having them play copy me ("Touch your head" "Wiggle your arms") Then if it happens again after a quick refocus I will ignore and erase it. If it persist then I will scribble and do a sad face and take away a star to show that I don't want them to do that. If your student loves drawing on the whiteboard include it in the lesson. Say, "Draw a......" and keep it centered around the lesson objectives. Hope this helps! Happy teaching!

[@catalinagazcon7591]

Ok! Where did you get the light up star and ducky puppet

[@ethanowen4359]

Hi, Nancy! Any tips on dealing with a student who is on other web pages during the lesson?

[@NancyTaylor]

I had the same thing. I left a message 2x in the parent feedback about the student being distracted and working on something else, and it hasn't been an issue since. Definitely gave me more incentive to be more engaging:) Hope this helps!

[@jameskingston266]

Hi there, I'm confused. With TPR in this video, you're asking, "What do you see?" when holding the pig but if I do this, aren't I suppose to point to the child when I say "you" and my eyes when I say "see"? Thanks. Just don't want to goof up.

[@NancyTaylor]

You choose! There are no set signals etc. It is your nonverbal communication hyped up! hehe:) Here is another video that may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3-vno1nedx5b6c

[@NancyTaylor]

If you are in the application process shoot me an email, and I can help you out! [e-mail]

[@englishispossible2326]

LOVE IT!!!

[@ginamcdaniel7253]

Nancy, what type of headset or microphone do you use when teaching?

[@armankhan1152]

you are Amazing ❤️

[@gracielacampos8015]

New sub! 😊👍💞

[@performingartseducator]

Awesome 😎

[@brittanyurrutia892]

Hi Nancy! What is your referral code? I already signed up. I'd love to have you as a mentor!

[@NancyTaylor]

NANCY0002 Shoot me an email for all of my resources!! [e-mail]

[@carolinagonzalez6074]

My issue is finishing on time on my upper level lessons. They are just so long. Even doing the imbeded activities take time. I have finished after 30 minutes and then I'm late to my next. What can I do? Do I skip slides at the end or do i end class without finishing all the slides? What do I do? Please help. I love this job and I want to do the right thing.

[@evitaprieto2681]

How do you give them stars?

[@britneytracy1634]

Hi, I have an interview tomorrow evening and I was wondering what type of clothing did you wear?

[@NancyTaylor]

Congrats! Fingers crossed that it goes well! I wore a nice shirt that was business casual as if I were going in to teach in the mainstream classroom. They require an orange shirt once you start teaching, so if you already have a nice orange shirt you could always wear that! Good luck!

[@britneytracy1634]

Nancy Taylor Thanks for writing back. interview went well and now I am preparing for practicum. Hey I have another question. Can I teach using an ipad or Android tablet? I have looked through their Q&A and couldn't find an answer.

[@britneytracy1634]

here is another question. Do you use a camera other than you computer camera? if so, what kind do you use?

[@NancyTaylor]

Britney Tracy That is a great question. I have never heard of a teacher using an iPad or tablet. The students use them all of the time. Wish I knew the answer. I would create a ticket and ask before teaching on one just in case!

[@NancyTaylor]

Britney Tracy when teaching I use my MacBook's built in camera. For my KZbin videos I film with the Canon Powershot G7x👍

[@thessalonicaqhinzky3302]

It's easier to manage only one child. I got 14 students to teach every day and it's exhausting because I couldn't keep an eye on every student. Teaching online is really hard. I really need this covid19 to be over so so that I can teach them directly in class.

[@NancyTaylor]

I have a video coming out about engaging with a larger class on zoom. I hope it helps you out. Teaching online has such a learning curve, but teaching a large group can be exhausting, but it doesn't have to be boring and frustrating. It can be amazing and fun!! I'm cheering for you!!! Such a difficult year for many, but there is always a bright side!:)

[@thessalonicaqhinzky3302]

@@NancyTaylor Thank you so much. You're a great teacher. Cant wait to see your video and I hope that I can learn from you.

[@Super_Fun_Phonics]

The last student😂😂

[@nalticglobalheadquarters3430]

It sounds like sometimes you are not able to through the entire lesson because you have to get their attention.

[@NancyTaylor]

It is rare that we have to skip slides, and it is usually with my advanced students who are able to talk fluently and answer with extensive detail, connections and stories. There is a lot of review throughout the lesson so it is important to be familiar with the lesson so that you cover each topic if you do have to skip slides. For my distracted students it is a huge energy exchange, but they cover the content and have fun!!! Happy teaching!

[@MikesHomeESL]

Yeah! A Mike's Home warm up for your sleepy students would help a lot! Use the TPR of my warm up Peel banana ;) They'll love it! I admire your work coz I wouldn't be able to stay sit on my chair teaching kids! I'm like a child; I got ants in my pants! ;)

[@NancyTaylor]

Your channel is inspiring and a bucket of resources. Thanks for sharing.

[@albiceleste101]

0:00 I'm resisting the urge to draw

[@love-ds7fw]

Do you teach Level 1 at VIP KID? I want my child to make an appointment for your course. Can you tell me your name in VIP KID?

[@samuelguerrero4114]

Soup of letters

[@SMS-2655]

So funny

[@apoc214]

Lol, few things are more annoying than a teacher that talks to adults the same way she talk to kids. I get it that you're used to it, but come on...