It’s 20 degrees in March and those who are thawing out in toasty climates are posting photos of sunshine, sand, and surf. But don't worry about us, we’re warming up by working on our summer Blended Learning course line-up!
Read MoreTopics: Teaching Wellness & Inspiration, Classroom Management, Teaching with Technology, educator wellness, Courses, Blended Learning, Mental Health Awareness, Student Engagement
The last year and a half found many of us re-evaluting our priorities. Faced with being stuck at home has driven many of us (myself included) to do something with our “extra time.” Enter the minimalism movement, with experts like The Minimalists, Marie Kondo, and Josh Becker offering up philosophies, tips, and even courses to help you shift your mindset towards “less is more.”
Read MoreTopics: Teaching Advice, Classroom Management, Happiness, Self-Care
Understanding and addressing student behavior often feels like a puzzle. Many pieces are necessary to make up the complete and TRUE picture. Does the child have positive connections with staff and other students? Does the child need routine? Could the child benefit from resilience building? What is developmentally normal? Has the child experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences or trauma? What is the function of behavior? Does she have a skill deficit? What is their learning style? Is he receiving proper nutrition? Did the child get a good night’s sleep? So many pieces…
Read MoreTopics: Classroom Management, Books, Digital Resources, reading
Topics: Classroom Management, Instructional Strategies, Positive Behavior Supports, Trauma Sensitive Learning, Student Engagement, Teaching with Equity
Topics: Teaching Advice, Classroom Management, Social Emotional Learning, Student Engagement, Culturally Responsive Teaching
Topics: Teaching Advice, Classroom Management, Instructional Strategies, Social Emotional Learning, Educator Coaching, Student Engagement, Back-to-School
Topics: Teaching Advice, Classroom Management, Teaching Excellence, New Teacher, Social Emotional Learning, Student Engagement, Back-to-School, teacher resources
