Learning Management

Overview

A well-organized learning management system (LMS) is critical to fostering student engagement and success in a geometry class. This process statement outlines the structure and management of a geometry class using Schoology to maximize accessibility for students and educators.

 Audience: High school students, primarily freshmen and sophomores.

Responsibilities: As a Geometry teacher, I strive to organize instructional materials in a clear, consistent, and easily navigable manner to support effective student learning. 

Tools: Schoology Learning Management System.

Problem and Solution

Problem: Students can become overwhelmed or confused when navigating online class materials, especially when information is not clearly structured. A lack of organization can hinder their ability to locate assignments, lessons, and resources promptly.

Solution: By organizing the geometry class into a logical hierarchy—quarters, weeks, and daily lessons—and keeping the current week and quarter at the top, students can quickly access the most relevant materials. This structure promotes clarity and ensures student understanding of assignments.

The Process

Course Setup:

1. • The course is divided into four quarters, with each quarter represented as a folder in Schoology.

   • Folders are labeled clearly, e.g., "Quarter 1," "Quarter 2," etc.

Weekly Structure:

1. • Within each quarter, weeks are organized as subfolders (e.g., "Week 1," "Week 2"), each labeled with the date.

   • Each weekly folder contains five sub-sections for Monday through Friday.

Assessments and Feedback

1. • Integrate performance tracking tools such as Schoology's gradebook and external resources like Teacher Made, Performance Matters and Infinite Campus.

   • Use data from tracking tools to monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed.

   • Provide timely feedback on assignments to keep students on track.