Education
Cell phones have become integral to our daily lives, providing convenience and connectivity. However, when it comes to the classroom environment, they can also pose significant distractions and challenges for students.
Goals
Each month, I report my progress toward my goals or lack thereof; here's how January went.
Weekly Report
Topics for this week include writing by hand, Close reading, Black History Month, and media literacy.
Thirty Day Challenge
This is my 30th blog post in thirty days. Each year, I set a goal to complete at least three Thirty-Day Challenges. You can find them all here. Receive Email Updates Initially, it seemed like such a big challenge, but I realized it wasn't so bad as I
February is Black History Month. The theme for this year is "African American and the Arts," highlighting the impact Black Americans have had on visual arts, music, and cultural movements. Black History Month Teaching and Learning ResourcesIf you are an educator or simply interested in learning more, here
Trust me
In the world of teaching and education, we can learn quite a bit from Zeno.
Education
An effective way to kick off a new unit of study is to have students complete a title page.
Education
Adding some fun to the school day creates balance. It's good for the teacher and student's well-being and improves focus in the classroom.
Education
Adventure puts teachers and students out of their comfort zones, where learning occurs.
Weekly Report
Topics include using learning teams, action research with PLCs, and keeping streaks alive.
Education
When group work goes right, it's a beautiful thing.
Streaks
Streaks can be a catalyst for growth.