Comprehension & Creativity
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Comprehension & Creativity

  When a student comprehends something, anything really, they can use it to create.   For instance, a student who comprehends the concepts of tension, revision and voice can use…
Why? Times Nine
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Why? Times Nine

  Every day, educators make decisions that impact many students. In fact, research shows that the average teacher might make four educational decisions every minute, or more than 1500 decisions…
The Arts and Comprehension
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The Arts and Comprehension

  It’s funny how if an ELA class reads a play it’s considered academic but… if a drama club spends weeks or months CLOSE READING the SAME play in order…
Awards vs Sharing
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Awards vs Sharing

  Trophies and ribbons, medals and certificates, are reminders. They remind us of the great things we’ve done. They are nice but I’m not convinced they are terribly meaningful. We…
Challenging Students
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Challenging Students

  Perhaps it is our most challenging students who are giving us the most.   Perhaps they are giving us honesty; honest emotion, an honest view at their true selves.…
Two Degrees
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Two Degrees

  Our first dusting of snow finally hit the East Coast this past weekend. On the coldest yet of winter days, there is more snow in the forecast for this…