Recently our team had a week long team bonding workshop in our DStewart EDU Campus powered by Virbela. We had so much fun really diving in to the possibilites of our virtual world as a team, and wanted to share our top 5 tips with you. Continue reading
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Meet some of our Favorite Black Scientists in 2021
This year in honor of Black History Month we are highlighting a few of our favorite historical and modern black scientists. In this blog you will find full bios and additional resources related to each scientist and science field mentioned. Continue reading
Four Ways to Increase Student Engagement in 2021 (Infographic)
Coming back from Holiday Break is always a challenge, but in early 2021, it can be even more difficult to keep students engaged. Here are four tips to keep students on track in the new year. Continue reading
Why is zoom learning so tiring, and what can we do to fix it?
Have you ever noticed that you feel more tired after a day of zoom calls than you ever did in the office? Well, it turns out that it’s not just you. Recently research has show that it actually can be more tiring to spend all day staring at screens in your pjs than it is … Continue reading
Celebrate STEAM/STEM Day
November 8 is international STEAM/STEM day. While this year celebrations will have to look a little different, there are still plenty of ways to join in on the fun. Here are some of our favorite ideas for how to get involved. Get creative Whether it is coding, art, an experiment, or finding a new way … Continue reading
Pro Tips for Virtual Event Success
With in person events being cancelled until at least the start of 2021, many organizations have been turning to virtual events in order to still interact with their audience and share meaningful connection. In July we hosted our own virtual event, and here are the top 4 lessons we learned: Continue reading
Extracurriculars in the age of COVID-19
Typically extracurriculars are a great way to encourage students to stay engaged and connect with their peers. In the age of COVID-19, a lot has had to change quickly. For many schools, that has meant cancelling activities, or at the very least changing the way these groups meet and practice. Continue reading
What Students and Teachers need for the Fully Virtual Classroom
Teachers and students in the virtual classroom will need tools to help them connect and engage while they are all at home. They may also need additional accessories or training to help best prepare them for the challenges that come with a fully remote class. Supplies needed: Connectivity Software Connectivity software helps teachers connect with … Continue reading
What will Students and Teachers need for Hybrid Learning?
Students and teachers in the hybrid classroom are adapting to new and changing schedules, new styles of learning and teaching, and very different classroom set ups and expectations. They will need tools to help keep students on track, make learning engaging, and help everyone feel connected whether they are in the classroom or at home. Continue reading
VirBELA Tips and Tricks
Our world and our education spaces are shifting to accommodate this new normal and it only makes sense that we adapt and adjust. Education events have had to be taken virtually in order to ensure that we are still able to have conversations surrounding education and make connections. Here at The Douglas Stewart Company, we … Continue reading