Effortless Classroom Management: Tips & Tricks for Teachers
Classroom Management Made Easy: Tips from Three Decades of Teaching Classroom management and fostering a strong sense of community have become increasingly challenging in recent
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TED Talks for Back to School (And the Rest of the School Year)
Oh, no! It’s back to school, and time for teachers to greet their new students, create routines, complete team builders, and make their classrooms welcoming.
Strategies for Back to School Success during In-Person and Online Learning
No matter whether you’re a brand-new teacher or 30-year veteran, every teacher hopes to begin the school year on track to have success. In teacher
Tips and Tricks for Digital Learning
Several years ago my school system purchased laptops and other devices for every student, so I began incorporating more digital learning in my instruction. In
Back to School Stress? 5 Ways to Take Care of Yourself!
It’s that time of year again. After enjoying a relaxing summer, stress levels skyrocket with the return to a busy school schedule. If you’re like
How to Keep High School Students Focused When They’re Distracted
High school life is busy…last week our school celebrated homecoming, and as usual, everyone was distracted by “dress-up” days, evening activities (class competitions, a talent
“Wow” Your Students with Poetry, Music, and Art in this Introduction to American Literature Unit
Back to School In the high school English classroom, how do you get your students started for their school year? After establishing a positive classroom
Classroom Transformation and Organization
This week we start school, and I’m going to meet my new students. In preparation, I’ve tried to make my classroom inviting and conducive to
Best First Week Ever
Well, the first week of school is finished, and except for a sinus infection (just my luck), it went great! Here’s a review of some