Archive for July 2016
6 Tech Tips
Technology has changed the way we communicate, the way teachers teach, and the way students learn. As we strive to prepare our students for the workforce and the world, we must create a 21st century learning environment where technology is embraced and utilized. We may be learning right along with our students as we explore…
Read MoreQuick and Smooth Transitions Within the Classroom
Transitions in the classroom can be difficult for both students and teachers. Sometimes students don’t want to leave what they’re doing or don’t know they are supposed to stop and a mad dash results when they realize the time for the activity is over. For teachers transitions can be a time of chaos, shouting, and…
Read MoreEstablishing a Positive Home-School Relationship
In August or September when school starts back teachers scurry around to get their classrooms ready and lessons planned for those first few days. One area often overlooked is planning for a positive home-school relationship. Cultivating a relationship with families that is based on trust will make your year and the students’ year much more…
Read MorePedagogy – Reflecting on Your Strengths
“There’s no cookie-cutter template for teachers. The most important thing is to know your strengths.” – Sherida Britt, Director of Tools for Teachers with ASCD Pedagogy is another word for education, the profession and the discipline of teaching. It is the substance of teachers’ daily lives. It has been described as: The art of teaching…
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