Are you ready to harness the comprehensive assessment, data-driven decision-making, and targeted interventions offered by the ABC Success Metric Tool? Several schools have started, but if not this tool, then what are you using?
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When teachers take the time to understand their students' needs and interests, they can build positive relationships with them, leading to increased motivation and success. So what are you waiting for?
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What is the importance of school leaders understanding their school's data to increase student performance? Well, it is crucial!!
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AI can offer tailored feedback on language, reading, and writing abilities and facilitate collaboration between students from diverse backgrounds. However, it's crucial to be aware of its potential downsides and use it ethically to help students develop essential skills. Are your students using AI?
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As a new elementary school teacher, classroom management can seem like a daunting task, but don’t worry we all had to pass through the storm to get to a sunny day! This blog emphasizes the critical importance of effective classroom management and provides practical strategies for new teachers.
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Block scheduling presents several unique challenges for teachers. With class times sometimes stretching up to 90 minutes or longer, it can be problematic to maintain students' attention and engagement throughout the entire period, However, with a few key strategies and tools, educators can make the change in their clasroom instruction…
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Get ready to revolutionize school libraries with a racial equity lens! Join us in exploring how we can make school libraries even better for BIYOC. Discover the top 5 ways to improve library instruction and see the impact it has on students' lives.
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What is the importance of measuring non-cognitive variables in education, such as personal competencies that are not easily quantified, to ensure the growth and success of students? Well, check out five ways in which non-cognitive variables can be assessed in the classroom.
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The teaching profession requires continuous learning and growth, but it can also be isolating, leading to burnout and stagnant development. Peer coaching is a non-evaluative approach to professional learning where teachers work together to improve their practice through observing, reflecting, and co-planning lessons.
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As a teacher, your voice is crucial for delivering lessons effectively, but it can also lead to voice strain symptoms. Engaging your students in curricular conversations can reduce the amount of direct instruction needed and create a student-centered learning environment. By using alternative methods of giving instructions, teachers can preserve their vocal health while enhancing the quality of instruction.
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Learn about ChatGPT, an AI language model that can assist elementary teachers in various ways, from generating lesson plan ideas to supporting student needs and personal well-being.
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What are some examples of instructional strategies that promote peer-to-peer interaction in the classroom to counteract negative peer influence?
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Engaging students in learning is a critical aspect of effective teaching, as it helps to capture their attention and keep them motivated throughout the learning process.
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These teaching techniques can be grouped into five categories, known as the "Big Five" strategies. These are the skills teachers should take a look at to support classroom management.
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Lack of Qualified Teachers: One of the main reasons for teacher shortages is the shortage of qualified and trained individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in teaching.
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Don’t become the district, that provides one choice, “a one-size-that-fits-all!
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As a parent I know, how I would feel if my child started off with a sub, and whether they are filling in for the long term or a couple of days- they are not capable of delivering the same instruction as a full-time teacher.
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As teachers, we document many of these occurrences in the classroom. Of course, we help our students but many teachers are not trained on ways to support students in the classrooms before a diagnosis.
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Students do much better when they believe that putting effort into studying will have an impact; we know this takes a lot of work for a teacher to implement.
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When students feel like they have a say in the classroom, they are more likely to be engaged and motivated learners so what are you doing to ensure they have a voice?
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