AK Learns Remotely: Systems Toolkit

Key Questions

Addressing key questions, this section provides tools and resources for leaders on topics such as communication, safety, equity, professional learning, assessment, remote learning guidelines and more.

Leading in Unprecedented Times

Six key concepts school leaders may find useful in times of uncertainty.

Content & Grade Level Guidelines

DEED guidance to school leaders as they support Alaska’s teachers and families in establishing a system for learning remotely, including resources for grade level content and developmentally appropriate practices.

Assessment & Grading

Suggestions for assessment, feedback, and grading practices help leaders reimagine learning during this time. Sample policies and tools address local needs and equitable supports for learning.

Professional Learning

DEED offers considerations for professional learning, including team member roles, training content, and suggestions for implementation. Professional development resources include supports for teaching offline, social emotional learning, culturally responsive teaching, and more.

Offline Options

Guidance for district leaders in communities with no or low tech, including funding suggestion, e-rate requirements, family offline resources, and safety considerations.

Celebrations

Leaders all want to do right by their seniors and other students who have been anticipating promotion celebrations all year long. This page offers support for leaders for planning and ideas from around the country.

Sample Plans

This page offers leaders a collection of sample plans for creating and implementing systems to support remote learning.