Make Virtual Spaces Come Alive: Episode 287
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April 6, 2026
Best-selling author and coaching expert, Elena Aguilar, brings weekly tips, tools, and wisdom to educators with one goal: to help you thrive.
If you’ve ever wondered how to make your virtual PD sessions more energizing, more human, and more engaging—this episode is for you. Elena pulls back the curtain on three strategies we use in every session to make online spaces come alive. Plus, you’ll get additional tips and a weekly challenge to build your own facilitation practice.
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Reflection questions:
- What has been your most energizing experience in virtual learning—and what made it work?
- Which of these strategies feels easy to try in your next virtual session?
- What message do your openings and pacing currently send to participants?
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