Posted inCzyz
Publish Now
For those of you who are regular readers of Four O'Clock Faculty, you may have noticed that over time, my writing style has changed. When I first began to…
Posted inCzyz
5 Strategies for Using Argument & Debate with Students
A great way to generate conversation and discussion among students is to utilize elements of debate in the classroom. Try these strategies for implementing structured argument into the classroom…
20 words. Your Responsibility.
20 words. 10 sticky notes, 2 words each. Trying to spark ideas, thoughts, debate, questions, conversation. Let us know what you think at #4OCF on Twitter. If you…
Posted inCzyz
Stop Standing Still
Another year begins, and some are ready to approach it as they have many times before. For those of you who don't realize it though, we do not work…
Posted inCzyz
Some Magic Advice
Magic Johnson is arguably the greatest point guard in NBA history. His pedigree began with championships in high school and college, then followed with an NBA Championship in his rookie…
Posted inCzyz
Sleeping & Learning
There is sleeping and there is learning. If you are not doing one, you should be doing the other. Some might include eating as an activity as well,…
Posted inBack to School Czyz
Past Practice
Past practice is a labor term that usually comes up when negotiations or contracts are involved. The term describes any longstanding, frequent practice that is accepted by both management…
Posted inBack to School Czyz
Reimagining Back to School Night
For years, we have forced parents to sit & listen at Back to School Night. While they may leave with information about the school or their child's teacher, they…
Posted inBack to School Czyz
Four Hour PD
We never have enough time. We are constantly pulled in all sorts of directions. There are many excuses that we can make. There are a hundred other things that…
Posted inBack to School Czyz
Customer Service
A few weeks ago, I had to stop at the grocery store for a few things on my way to work. After I picked up my items I jumped into…