What’s Going on Here? How to Have a Trouble Huddle with Students 5Mar2017 by Sherri Spelic With a trouble huddle, you allow your best laid plans to veer off the rails, stop the activity, and ask, “What’s going on here? What seems to be the problem?”
Teaching Students to Avoid Plagiarism 26Feb2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Although threats and detection software have some impact, the best way to prevent plagiarism is to teach students how to avoid it in the first place.
The Apollo School: What 21st Century Learning Looks Like 12Feb2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez This incredible program combines English, history, and art in a project-based, student-directed learning environment. Could this be a model for your school?
Co-Teaching: How to Make it Work 5Feb2017 by Angela Peery When done well, co-teaching offers benefits for both students and teachers. When not done well, it can be confusing or downright frustrating for all involved.
7 Systems that Work for Outside-the-Box Learners 29Jan2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Most teachers struggle with students whose academic performance doesn’t match their potential. When the usual approach doesn’t work, try something different.
6 Ed Tech Tools to Try in 2017 22Jan2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Here they are: My six favorite ed tech tools for this year. Each one has the potential to make a big difference in your teaching and your students’ learning.
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.
Runaway Youth: How Teachers Can Help 1Jan2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Running away from home can have serious, long-term consequences for youth. Learn about the resources that can help kids and families impacted by running away.
Keep Parents in the Loop with ClassTag 28Dec2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez It’s parent communication simplified: Make announcements, coordinate volunteers, send newsletters and get to know parents on a single, streamlined platform.