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Ten Tips for Involving Families through Online Communication
It is crucial for families to be involved in their child's early education. While there are many traditional forms of home-school partnerships, this list from NAEYC's Spotlight on Teaching Preschoolers 2 book will help you improve communication with your families.
1. Create a classroom website. 2. Send individual emails to families to share positive information about their child's activities and accomplishments. 3. Post photo stories on the class website. 4. Provide at-home educational activities. 5. Create a family response link or form on the website to elicit comments, questions, and feedback. 6. Establish and moderate a family support discussion forum. 7. Communicate logistical information through group emails. 8. Ensure families' access to technology. 9. Provide opportunities for families to increase their technology skills. 10. Set aside time for technology-based communication.