Jennifer Gonzalez

Distance Learning: A Gently Curated Collection of Resources for Teachers

30Mar2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

An overview of the nuts and bolts of distance learning, including general tips, advice on tech, and troubleshooting some common problems.

Making Cooperative Learning Work Better

3Feb2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Solutions for four of the most common problems with collaboration.

6 Ed Tech Tools to Try in 2020

7Jan2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Six cool apps and websites that are worth a look this year. (Plus two more!!)

The Time I Made a Fart Sound During a Test

24Nov2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

All thirty of them jerked their heads up at once and stared at me, mouths open. For a moment the air was still while they tried to process what had just happened.

Repairing Harm: A Better Alternative to Punishment

10Nov2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Exclusionary punishments don’t really change behavior. Having students work to repair the harm done by their actions can be much more effective.

How One Makerspace is Meeting Students’ Social-Emotional Needs

27Oct2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Explore the high school makerspace that serves as a stigma-free center where students can solve problems they have inside or outside the classroom.

How to Spot Dyslexia, and What to Do Next

13Oct2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Learn the traits that might indicate dyslexia in students and what you can do inside and outside the classroom to better support these students.

How World Language Teaching Has Evolved

29Sep2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

French class doesn’t look the same as it did when you were in school. These six key shifts have changed world language instruction for the better.

Tips for Starting a Podcast

15Sep2019

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Producing your own podcast is easier than you might think. This list of tools, processes, and general advice will get you started.

Posts by Jennifer

Distance Learning: A Gently Curated Collection of Resources for Teachers

Making Cooperative Learning Work Better

6 Ed Tech Tools to Try in 2020

The Time I Made a Fart Sound During a Test

Repairing Harm: A Better Alternative to Punishment

How One Makerspace is Meeting Students’ Social-Emotional Needs

How to Spot Dyslexia, and What to Do Next

How World Language Teaching Has Evolved

Tips for Starting a Podcast