Teaching remotely has been a new endeavor for most teachers. To make the consistent work to prepare for the new world of remote learning a little easier, Wixie includes an import PDF function that allows you to create quick digital assignments from PDFs that are part of your adopted curriculum.

You can assign the Wixie files converted from PDF directly to the students in your classes or edit them in Wixie to add voice instructions and text fields to make them easier for students to complete remotely.

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From writing, to symmetry, to science cycles, winter provides so many fun entry points to connect what is happening inside your classroom to the cold wintry weather outside.

Students can combine text, images, voice narration and video to demonstrate understanding and share ideas with Wixie. And with just this one tool, students can create so many different products, like videos, eBooks, comics, and more.

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During the time of COVID, there have been many changes in schedules and rules for movement and social settings. As a result, many students and teachers have gained an entirely new set of skills with online teaching and learning and additional time at home. 

Part of becoming a powerful thinker is reflecting on progress. Take the time to reflect on new skills and experiences students have learned during quarantine and/or life during the pandemic. Then, set goals (SMART ones) that can be achieved in our new reality.

Because student work in Wixie resides in the cloud, students will see the goals over and over at their Wixie home page. The digital nature of the collections and reflections of skills and experiences also makes it easy to share with family and friends.

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While school is on break, Wixie isn't. If you use Wixie at school, make sure parents know their child can continue creating in Wixie over the break. (Explore video directions for sending parents their child's Wixie log in information or find it in the Settings of your Wixie teacher account.)

Use these 10 ideas to get parents and kids creating together at home. The ideas progress from easy to more difficult, from younger to older, so browse the list to find an idea that works best for your family. Don't forget to share your favorite ideas too!

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Using Wixie can help schools and districts more effectively work with disadvantaged populations to boost student achievement and build essential 21st-century skills. Wixie gives teachers and students powerful, yet easy-to-use tools for online digital projects that can be accomplished face-to-face, remotely, or in a hybrid situation:

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