Connecting Students in a Disconnected World 23Nov2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez Breakout rooms, collaborative projects, games—whatever we do, it’s crucial that we do something to get our students talking to each other.
How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom 8Nov2020 by Kareem Farah In a self-paced classroom, each student is given an appropriate level of challenge and grows at a steady pace throughout the school year. Here’s how it works.
What’s Possible with Green Screens in the Classroom 25Oct2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez This simple, affordable method offers so many possibilities for deep learning and creativity across all grade levels and subject areas, even in remote learning.
Subversion: An Essential Tool of the Master Teacher 12Oct2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez Sometimes, to do right by their students, good teachers have to break the rules.
How to Teach When Everyone is Scattered 29Sep2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez Some students are in the room with you. Some are home. Everyone is spread far apart. How do you teach this way? How do you build community? Here are some ideas.
Hexagonal Thinking: A Colorful Tool for Discussion 11Sep2020 by Betsy Potash If you’ve been looking for a fresh way to get students thinking outside the box, this may be just what you need.
4 Laws of Learning (and How to Follow Them) 1Sep2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez In a teaching tailspin? These four research-based principles of instruction will help you focus on what really moves the needle.
Creating Moments of Genuine Connection Online 16Aug2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez Making each student feel known and respected is always important. So how do you do it when teaching online?
Historically Responsive Literacy: A More Complete Education for All Students 2Aug2020 by Jennifer Gonzalez Based on the work of 19th century Black literary societies, this fresh approach to curriculum focuses on identity, skills, intellect, and criticality.
