GCA
What is one thing you should have ready to take notes during class?
Paper/Notebook
Pencil
Optional: Colored pencils or markers
What does “show up to live classes on time” mean for a virtual class?
Log in to class on time
Make sure you are on the right link
Have your materials ready to learn
Name three distractions that you should turn off or put away during class.
Toys, TV, tablets/cell phones/games, music, pets.
What does the "A" in SOAR stand for?
Awesome Attitude
According to PBIS, what does the "R" in SOAR stand for?
Responsible
Name one thing you can do the night before to help make sure you are on time for class.
Examples:
Charge your computer overnight
Set an alarm
If someone else is speaking, what should you do to show respect?
Wait your turn
Mute your microphone unless you are called on
Listen carefully
What should you do if your GCA computer or webcam is not working?
Try restarting your computer
Check that everything is plugged in
Use a backup device if you have one
Ask your teacher or contact tech support
Explain how closing extra tabs and staying on GCA-approved websites helps you stay on task (the O in SOAR).
Closing extra tabs, games, or TV helps you focus on your lesson. When there are fewer distractions, you can listen better, follow directions, and participate more in class.
Describe two ways being on time helps your classmates and teacher.
It helps the lesson start smoothly and on time.
It keeps classmates from missing directions and shows respect for everyone’s time
If a pet starts making noise during class, what is one polite way to handle it without interrupting the lesson?
Mute your mic
Quiet the pet by moving it to another room
Closing the door
Asking someone at home to help
List the four parts of SOAR.
SOAR
S – Safe: Keep your username appropriate and stay on GCA-approved websites
O – On Task: Close extra tabs and finish assignments on time
A – Awesome Attitude: Be positive in chat and participate nicely
R – Responsible: Let your teacher know if you need to step away
Which Canvas view shows assignments by day and week so you can see due dates?
Calendar
What Canvas tool looks like an envelope and lets you send messages to your teacher?
Canvas Inbox
True or false — You should check Canvas every day.
TRUE!
Explain how having a positive attitude and being active in the chat helps you "be prepared to learn." (1–2 sentences)
Having a positive attitude and being active in the chat helps you be prepared to learn because it keeps you engaged and ready to participate. It also shows your teacher and classmates that you are ready to focus and do your best.
Why is it important to tell the teacher if you need to step away instead of leaving without telling anyone? Relate your answer to being responsible (the R in SOAR).
Telling the teacher shows responsibility so they can plan and keep the class organized; it keeps learning on track.
How can you earn PBIS rewards in class?
Being on camera, staying on task, being responsible, showing your math work on camera at the end of class
Describe (3–5 steps) how to find your math homework starting from the Canvas Dashboard.
Option 1:
Go to the Dashboard
Click your math class tile
Click Modules
Scroll down to the correct week
Open your assignment
Option 2:
Go to the Dashboard
Click Calendar
Make sure you are on the correct date/week
Click to open your assignment
Both ways are simple and easy for students to follow.
When composing a message in Canvas Inbox, what should you always include at the start?
A greeting with your teacher’s name
A clear subject or the class name/assignment
Example:
Good evening Mrs. Dupree,
I have a question about number 8 on the science quiz Graded_Quiz_Earth.
Your alarm didn’t go off and you join class 10 minutes late. Write a short apology you could post in chat that follows SOAR expectations.
Respectful steps if you join class late:
Tell the teacher in chat that you need a minute to get your materials
Grab a clean sheet of paper and a pencil
Listen and participate while catching up
These steps follow SOAR and show you are responsible and respectful.
Your microphone works but others say they can’t hear you. List three steps you can try to fix the problem.
Your microphone works, but others can’t hear you. Try these steps:
Make sure your microphone isn’t muted
Check your audio settings or try a different device/headphones
Reconnect to class or restart your browser or computer
Create a short daily checklist (3–5 items) to make sure your learning space is free of distractions.
Daily Checklist for a Distraction-Free Learning Space
Close extra tabs on your computer
Turn off TV and music
Put away toys and your phone
Ask family to be quiet while you work
Use headphones if needed
Create a short daily routine (4 steps) a 4th grader can follow after school to check Canvas, plan homework, and message their teacher if needed.
After-School Canvas Routine
Open Canvas and check your Inbox and Announcements
Look at the Calendar and Weekly To Do to see what’s due
Open each assignment and plan when you will do it
Message your teacher if you have any questions
A classmate says something unkind by accident in chat. Explain a respectful way to respond that keeps the classroom safe.
If a classmate says something unkind in chat, you can respond respectfully by:
Saying something calm and kind, like: “I think that was unkind. Are you OK?”
Privately telling the teacher if needed
Always use kind words and stay calm to help keep the classroom safe