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Teachers as Writers: Best Lesson
Last week, I challenged teachers everywhere with the Teachers as Writers Challenge #2. Here is what I wrote: Describe the best lesson you've ever taught. So which of my lessons…
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?s We Should Be Asking Students Right Now
You may have realized that education needs to look different for our students, especially right now! Ask students these questions to drive meaningful learning. Rich
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The Sixth Question
I've written before about the importance of starting the year by asking the right questions. It's also important that students ask their own questions. While the above questions can…
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Students & Teachers Learning Side by Side
How can you and your students learn side by side? Try these projects to increase collaboration and tandem learning in your classroom! Rich (@RACzyz)
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Questions for Students
How do we get students to engage in work that they are passionate about? Start by asking students these questions.
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The Problem with Lesson Plans
We strive for our classrooms to be learner-centric, where students are at the center, managing, collaborating, choosing, making decisions, and owning their learning. We ask teachers to develop lesson…
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Heavy Lifting
Who is doing the heavy lifting in your classroom? Is it you or is it the students? In doing all of the prep work... All of the planning...…
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Shhhh…Don’t Tell Anyone
Shhhhh... This is a Top Secret. Don't tell anyone. Meet me back here at 2pm and bring your favorite book. This was the message I shared with several of…
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10 Things I Wish Every Teacher Knew
I shared this list last year, but I think it is just as important today! Be sure to click on the links for more information about each! The culture of the…