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Comment on 7 Brain-Based Ways to Make Learning Stick by Kate Hussain

Kate Hussain — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 23:13:00 +0000

This article is full of important tips in helping us teachers to help students be more successful.

Comment on A Teacher’s Love Letter to ‘Notice and Note’ by Brent Gilson

Brent Gilson — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 17:58:34 +0000

In reply to renee woodward. Hi Renee, I would check out Titles like Restart by Gordon Korman. It is excellent for Notice and Note practice, but most novels have many Signposts. Read through on your own and highlight what you notice, the kids will find different things and sometimes the same and that is part of the fun in the discussions.

Comment on 10 Snapshots of Effective Middle School Teams by Debbie Silver

Debbie Silver — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 02:55:56 +0000

Jack Berckemeyer is “spot on” with his advice for teaming! Great teachers do not do it alone. The support of a strong team is essential to the well-being of individual teachers as well as an added benefit for the students. Thank you, Jack, for sharing your extensive experience and collected wisdom about what it takes to create effective school teams! Schools that have the privilege of working with you are lucky indeed!

Comment on Why I’ve Stopped Using Teachers Pay Teachers by Joyce Coulter

Joyce Coulter — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 01:59:51 +0000

Here’s why I can’t really use TPT: I work in a district where all of the curriculum I develop has to be uploaded to a shared district drive– I am expected to pass on the curriculum to the next teacher who teaches the course. If I use TPT lessons, then I am violating the terms of sale. TPT lessons are a stopgap, but not a good source for an ongoing curriculum; the next teacher who teaches the course would need to rebuy the lesson from TPT to avoid violating copyright, yes? (And our teacher handbook states that all of the curriculum we develop for our courses belongs to the district– so how does TPT fit in to that?!?)

Comment on What’s the Best Way to Give Math Homework? by Christi

Christi — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 02:57:51 +0000

In reply to michelle russell. When do you provide the detailed solutions? The same day you assign the HW? Or next day just before quiz?

Comment on 7 Brain-Based Ways to Make Learning Stick by Arzu Eser

Arzu Eser — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 20:04:31 +0000

The strategies outlined in this article are incredibly valuable for both teachers and students. As an educator, I can see how implementing these techniques can significantly enhance the learning experience in my classroom.

Comment on 5 Things I’ll Remember When I Feel Unmotivated by Sarah Cooper

Sarah Cooper — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 20:42:03 +0000

In reply to Lauren Brown. Lauren, back at you and nice catching up about history teaching last week! :)

Comment on 5 Things I’ll Remember When I Feel Unmotivated by Sarah Cooper

Sarah Cooper — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 20:41:29 +0000

In reply to Debbie Silver. Debbie, it means a lot that this column inspired you to want to be with students! Thank you for this kind comment.

Comment on Neurodivergent Students Will Benefit from Rigor by Darrell David

Darrell David — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:52:48 +0000

This article highlights the importance of providing rigor in education for neurodivergent students. It emphasizes that challenging and engaging educational experiences can benefit all learners, including those with diverse needs. Kudos to the author for advocating for inclusive and supportive learning environments!

Comment on 5 Things I’ll Remember When I Feel Unmotivated by Lauren Brown

Lauren Brown — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 03:57:42 +0000

Love this post, Sarah. Makes me motivated for the new school year.