Let’s face it, teaching is a demanding job. Between lesson planning, grading, providing feedback, and actually teaching, it can feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. But what if I told you there’s a way to streamline your workflow and free up more time for what really matters – connecting with your students? […]
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In today’s fast-paced educational environment, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of mental breaks for students. Brain breaks are short periods of downtime during class that allow students to recharge, refocus, and ultimately enhance their learning experience. These breaks help students to refocus their attention in a structured manner. It can help with cognitive function
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Getting off on the right foot from the start of the school year can be tough, but it can be a great way to set the tone for your classroom. There are a variety of ways you can kick off the school year for your classroom. Below you will find 10 back to school icebreaker
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The first few days in the classroom always seem to drag on. That’s because you may be going through the syllabus or procedures of the classroom, and it is usually just you telling students what is to be expected from your classroom, but… what if you let them find out for themselves? It may not
On average, many students hate school. Well, at least it seems that way. Disclaimer: This post is not based on scientific data, it is just based on my experience in the classroom. Students, on average, simply don’t want to be in the classroom. Is it the classroom? Is it the teacher? Is it just a
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Everyone images how their life will go. In that fantasy, there are no hitches, right? Yes! But… that is not how real life works. In my career, it has not been a straight path to success with zero hitches. There have been numerous zigs and zags, but all of which led me to where I
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If you’re reading this, you’re probably about to embark on one of the most exciting (and nerve-wracking) journeys of your life – your first year of teaching. Congratulations! You’ve worked hard to get here, and now it’s time to put all that knowledge into practice. But before you dive headfirst into the classroom, let’s talk
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Learning has been apart of every single century, yet it has changed significantly—in the last ten years alone. As educators, we need to equip students with critical skills like creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. This article offers practical strategies to quickly update your curriculum with interactive lessons and modern technology. Understanding 21st Century Skills In
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Hey there! Whether you find yourself new to the classroom or have been a teacher for years, student engagement can be a challenging mountain to conquer. When you do get your students engaged, it can be one of the most rewarding parts of the job. While your among apathetic students, you may feel you are
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Hey there, fellow teachers! So, you’ve just started your teaching journey, and you’re probably swimming in a sea of lesson plans, standards, and curriculum guides. Feeling overwhelmed? Trust me, I’ve been there. One of my favorite strategies, that you’ve probably heard of before, to implement in lesson planning is backwards design. This method can help
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