Like most educators, I learned a lot about distance learning this spring. I learned what worked and what didn't work. My biggest take-aways this spring were: keep things simple and give kids choice. New platforms and too many posts in Google Classroom were frustrating and confusing for most of my middle schoolers. I made that mistake once. I knew there was a problem with the lesson because completion rates went down (and more kids than normal reached out with questions). So, I did some reflection and some research; lots of research. I discovered hyperslides. Well, I shouldn't say I "discovered" hyperslides. I've been using my own version of hyperslides for a while. I just didn't realize they were a "thing.' I didn't have a name for them. And, my hyperslides weren't nearly as organized and visually appealing as some of the beauties I found online. I realized I needed to up my game. For my next lesson, I combined two concepts- hyperslides an...