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Group work in the classroom requires working together well. When you teach these skills, kids divide tasks and get along better. (more…)

Helpful Teacher Evaluation Ideas to Make You Crush It

November 5, 2023

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Looking for helpful teacher evaluation ideas? This post discusses what to do before, during, and after your first observation. (more…)

When it comes to student learning strategies, every teacher needs a big bag of tricks.

More Powerful Student Learning Strategies for Your Classroom

October 1, 2023

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Looking for powerful student learning strategies? Begin with research-based practices. Sprinkle in some new approaches. Always challenge your learners – then scaffold to help them get there. And, of course,…

3 Easy Scaffolding Examples in the Classroom

May 11, 2022

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These examples of scaffolding in the classroom explain steps in instructional planning. First, deconstruct standards. That uncovers concepts, skills, and additional guidance. Second, write objectives in bite-sized pieces. Finally, sequence…

The Teaching Struggle Is Real – Embrace It!

May 16, 2021

The teaching struggle. If you’re a teacher, you know what it’s all about. Every day, when you get up in front of your class, you struggle to make them understand,…

How to Maximize Instructional Time in the Classroom

May 9, 2021

Maximize instructional time in the classroom with these clever strategies. Then, when you get up in front of your students, you’ll be teaching more than just your current lesson. First,…

Encourage Autonomy in the Classroom Now

May 2, 2021

How can you promote autonomy in the classroom? Instead of the “sage on the stage,” be the “guide on the side.” First, implement student-centered learning. Then you can coach your…

4 Ways You Can Actually Improve Your Teaching

April 25, 2021