Effective teachers should vary the delivery of content so as to create more opportunities for student engagement.

What are some of your favorite tips and tricks to get students engaging in a virtual discussion?

As we have often heard, you only get one chance to make a "first impression" don't waste the opportunity.

Purposeful prior planning prevents poor performance. Cannot be emphasized enough. 

Effective teaching is about more than just presenting information well. You also need to model the type of person you want your students to see. Be professional at all times. 

And never forget the value of preparation: Purposeful prior planning prevents poor performance.