I. Enthusiasm is contagious. My wife is nuts about Wizard Quest and this has rubbed off on our children. Don’t hold back your passion, you never know who might need the inspiration. Join Us! II. Teachers need to remember what it feels like to be uncomfortable and awkward. Those
Education
For the past 24 years, I’ve taught social studies to 8th graders. We’ve studied the American Civil War, World War I, and World War II. Here are some Memorial Day resources I've found useful.
Weekly Report
Topics include motivating students, underqualified teachers, and living a meaningful life.
Education
Interactive video can be used at all levels and in different ways to build independence, free up teachers for small group instruction, and give students the opportunity to learn at their own pace.
Review
Here are some recent snippets from my weekly review. Each week I look back and record what I've been thinking, reading, and experiencing in the classroom and in life. Think, Learn, Share, Repeat.
Education
It's important to remember that we don't get to choose the exact time that someone else grows or improves. Teachers, more often than not, will not know the full impact they've had on the lives of their students.
Weekly Report
Topics for this week include nature-based learning, positive affirmations, and reflecting in public.
Education
The end of the school year can be one of the most stressful times for educators. However, creating a system and using checklists can help you maintain your sanity and set you up for success at the start of the next school year.
Educator Interview
Steve Wick's 30-day blogging challenge served as a reminder that learning doesn't need to have a finish line, and that reflection and collaboration are key to growth and development.
Review
Here are some recent snippets from my weekly review.
Education
Music is a powerful language. For many people, music is woven into the thread of their daily life. It’s also a tool that can be used to influence a learning environment.
Weekly Report
Podcasting, Double Disruption, Learning Targets, and More.