Tips for Hybrid Learning: Using Y-Charts

Introducing a new learning concept with students may feel like a daunting task - with the uncertainty of the coming weeks top-of-mind. In the year that keeps us on our toes, we can still rely on those teaching strategies that are tried-and-true for classroom instruction, but quickly adapt them for distance learning when we have the right tools. The Y-Chart is one of them.

The concept of a Y-Chart is likely not new to you, but thinking of ideas on how to make this group discussion concept work in a hybrid or distance learning environment, might be. We've again partnered with Cathy Henry from Free Word Work and The Curriculum Corner to put together some tips and activities that you can use, especially for distance learning.

A Y-Chart of Looks Like, Feels Like, and Sounds Like is a great way to get a conversation started before beginning a unit of study. Exploring what your students already know about a concept not only helps you cater your teaching to their existing knowledge, but sharing with the group promotes cooperation and a shared goal.  

Using posters, handouts, cutout shapes, and even stickers, you'll learn tips for creating Y-Chart activities whether students are in your classroom or from their homes. Complete with a Y-Chart template and virtual classroom download supports, we know you'll appreciate the global usefulness of this tried-and-true classroom tool!

How VariQuest Can Help

The VariQuest Perfecta STP Series Poster Design Systems, paired with our Engage Every Learner™ Content, can create lots of Y-Chart posters and handouts quickly and easily, with the feature of enlarging and shrinking the original imagery being key - whether you're on a web cam or sending materials home. The VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 is perfect for providing die-cut shapes and manipulatives to affix to the poster, and give life to students' contributions. The VariQuest Motiva® 400 Specialty Printing System is also perfect for providing flash cards or stickers as reinforcing reminders on the key concepts learned with the class' Y-charts - plus, it's perfect for labeling students' take-home supplies.

Request a no-obligation meeting to see live how our tools could save you tons of time and be a great fit in your school - both during distance learning, and beyond!