We have been doing self assessments ever since, but we have learned a few key things along the way. Students need structure and guidance when self assessing. When you give students a chance to explain their learning journey, consider the following:
Read MoreTeachers and educators face overwhelming workloads, trying to accomplish numerous tasks with limited time and energy. Students spend only 12 percent of their lives each year in school, yet there is external pressure to do it all, from implementing new initiatives to meeting testing standards. This workload can negatively impact both teachers and students.
To address this issue, it's essential to accept the limitations of time and energy and focus on two critical ideas:
Read MoreFan fiction is fictional writing written by a fan. Usually, fan fiction writing is based on an existing work of art such as a fictional novel, movie, TV show, comic book…you get the idea. If you have never heard of fan fiction, we can almost guarantee you that your students have. Many of our students are avid readers and writers of fan fiction.
Read MoreAre you tired of spending hours scouring the internet for the perfect online lesson materials? Do you find yourself drowning in a sea of endless resources, unsure of which ones are actually credible and effective?
Read MoreIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, educators are faced with an entirely new set of difficulties that consistently evoke anxiety and unease in the classroom. Moreover, our students themselves bear the weight of post-COVID trauma, further adding to the complexity of the teaching environment. Recognizing this, it becomes imperative for us as educators to equip ourselves with strategies that promote the regulation of our nervous systems and effective stress management.
Read MoreIn today's digital age, technology has opened up endless possibilities for creative exploration and learning. One such avenue is the use of AI image creators, which allow us to visualize and reimagine characters from literature, making the reading experience more interactive and engaging. This got me thinking, what if we used these tools to help our students reimagine or recreate their favorite book characters into visual representations?
Read MoreI've stumbled upon a tea brand that has ruined all other teas for me. Steven Smith Teamaker is like the ultimate tea snob's dream come true, and I say that with a mix of admiration and frustration. Seriously, once you've tasted their teas, you'll never look at your old teabags the same way again.
Read MoreMisbehavior is key to building life skills. It is how we respond to that misbehavior that sets the foundation for our learning environments. Discipline is inevitable when in a class…however, it should be consistent and positive and not punitive in order to maintain a solid relationship with your students.
Read MoreWe all want our students to learn deeply, but what does that look like? Understanding must be earned by the learner through active mental manipulation of higher order thinking skills. In our information saturated world, teachers are no longer dispensers of information, but rather need to become facilitators of helping students to understand information by directing active meaning making.
Read MorePeloton offers a variety of strength training programs, from beginner to advanced. These programs can be a great way to build muscle, improve your strength, and get in shape. Which program is right for you?
Read MoreThey say age is just a number, but we all know as those years tick up, our knees begin to crack and our ability to glide out of bed gracefully lessons. Let’s face it; gravity is definitely not our friend. One crucial aspect of a woman's health that should never be overlooked is strength training. Often underestimated or neglected, strength training plays a pivotal role in empowering women as we age. It offers a myriad of benefits that enhance physical well-being, boost mental resilience, and foster overall quality of life. Let’s face it- strength training is the not-so-secret weapon to help us defy gravity and embracing our inner warrior goddess.
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