Are you new to the idea of online education for your
student? Or are you wondering what your
role should be within the virtual classroom system? It is important that parents, or guardians,
are involved in the education of their student.
Here are some tips on how the parent can and should be involved in their
child’s online education and what the school should do to encourage this
involvement.
Parents should:
- Work closely with their children, guiding them through daily lessons and actively participate in their children's daily learning
- Record student academic progress to track their success
- Communicate with teachers on a regular basis to assess children's learning, academic achievement, etc.
- Become actively involved in parent groups, workshops, school functions and events, and student activities
The School should:
- Keep open the lines of communication between the teachers & parents.
- Hold virtual meetings & webinars with parents & students alike to build rapport & put a face to the names
- Allow parents to be involved on field trips, class meetings, and as volunteers
Parent involvement is a key piece of student motivation and desire
to grow and learn. By acting as a role
model for academic success, volunteer service, and dedication to the school, both
parents and teachers can encourage our students to pursue and achieve their
academic goals.
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