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Learners vs. Finishers
Last week, I was visiting a classroom which has this poster hanging on the wall: When I went into the classroom, students were about to engage in their first…
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End of Year Checklist
It's about that time of year in many schools where we provide each teacher with an end of year checklist. Each teacher will check off items to show that…
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5 Tips for Your Next Job Interview
It's that time of year again. Thousands of educators will venture out in search of a new position, whether it's their first job or they are looking for a…
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The Art of Conversation
It is said that the person doing all of the talking is the one doing all of the learning. With this in mind, educators are encouraged to allow for…
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5 Terms or Phrases to Introduce to Students
Introduce these terms and phrases to students to help improve the culture and learning environment in your classroom. Res Non Verba This latin phrase literally means “deeds, not…
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5 Ideas for Communicating with Parents
As the new school year begins, it is important to establish open lines of communication with parents and families. Try these ideas for opening up those lines of communication.…
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Someone Else’s Classroom
The end of the school year always serves as a perfect time for reflection and planning. In fact, many building administrators use meeting time at the end of the…
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Make It Count
Have you ever wondered why a students is not listening? Or not paying attention? Or causing distractions to his or her classmates? Remember that sometimes the best part…
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A Chorus of Can’t and Won’t
What are our students capable of? I would argue that we will never know unless we try. I used to work with a colleague who taught in a…
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5 Ideas for Communicating with Parents
How can we improve communication with parents? Try these five ideas for communicating with parents. These strategies will help to improve relationships with parents, making for a more rewarding school…