What is an Educator Mastermind, and Why Should You Join One? 2Jul2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Educators spend far too much time in isolation; an educator mastermind can change that.
Hate PD? Try Voluntary Piloting. 15Jan2017 by Krista Taylor This teacher-led model for professional development is a formula for deep, reflective learning and long-lasting change. Read how one group of teachers did it.
How Pineapple Charts Revolutionize Professional Development 25Sep2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez As one-size-fits-all PD fades into obscurity, more personalized professional development models have emerged. The Pineapple Chart may be the greatest of them all.
What Advice Would You Give a Student Teacher? 21Jul2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez Lots of good advice to make the most of your student teaching semester. If you need it, come read. If you have some, come give it!
Buzzword Bling: Putting Substance Behind Our Big Words 17Jul2016 by Typhani Harris, Ph.D. A look at three current buzzwords in education and how they are used, how they are abused, and how they can be applied in real classrooms.
Join the Cult of Pedagogy Summer Study! 19May2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez A true Teacher Nerd sees the summer for what it really is: An opportunity to LEARN MORE!!
So you have a Twitter account. Now what? 1May2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez For teachers, Twitter is part of an essential 21st century toolkit, but many people don’t know how to use it well. Here are six ways to get more out of Twitter.
How to Plan Outstanding Tech Training for Your Teachers 20Mar2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez What are the best practices in tech training for teachers? Three technology integration specialists give us advice about the most effective way to plan and deliver ed tech training in schools.
Should You Switch Grade Levels? 23Jan2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez Help this teacher decide whether to make the switch. What are the pros and cons of teaching in elementary vs. secondary?
