In this post, I'm sharing my tips for how to lead a class discussion that rocks. (Hint: YOU are not the most important …
Benefits and Challenges of Modern Digital Classrooms
First off, it is important to establish a working definition of modern digital classrooms, don’t you think? In this, …
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Kahoot, Socrative, Quizziz: Hot or Not?
With the rise in digital teaching tools, as well as the increased interest in engaging students with classroom …
My Teaching Bag – A Love Story
Every teacher has his or her favorite go-to items. I always enjoy hearing about what other teachers carry with them …
Tips For Thriving in a Professional Learning Community
You know the feeling: it’s family vacation time and you’ve packed busy bags for the kids, have enough Goldfish crackers …
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Boost Synthesis Writing with These Tips
Writing instruction is challenging, yet rewarding. Synthesis writing, an important common core skill, occurs when …
Why Teachers are Their Own Worst Frenemies
I want to begin by giving context for this goal-setting strategy for teachers and students. When I was in high school at …
Student-Led Discussion Made Simple
James Stephens once said, "we get wise by asking questions, and even if these are not answered, we get wise, for a …
You Need This Google Docs Research Tool
Google Docs is a great platform for student collaboration, writing, and teacher feedback. But did you know that …
Troubling Teenage Reading Statistics
If we are living in the 21st century, then we should teach like it. Teenage reading statistics are screaming for …
How to Make High School Reading Memorable & Magical
I have loved to read ever since I can remember, and effortlessly created entire worlds in my head filled with characters …
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The Secret to Google Forms Spreadsheet Grading
Let's say that you're a rockstar teacher and have created a Google Form to quiz your students or create a meaningful …













