Bah, Humbug: Why I Hate the Holidays In Schools by Jane Healey, Humbug From the end of Thanksgiving break until the beginning of the holidays, I grit my teeth, steel my nerves and keep my head down. I don’t believe much learning happens, and I know conflicts and clashes escalate quickly. I’m overscheduled, short on…
The 7 habits of successful students include beginning with the end in mind, and seeking first to understand, then be understood.
How To Turn Your iPad Into A Document Camera Document cameras are incredibly helpful devices in the classroom. While they seem like a comparatively dated technology in the midst of the smart apps and wearable technology we see today, document cameras remain sturdy, reliable, and useful technology pieces to use in a variety of ways….
6 Tips For Finding Inspiration Every Day In Your Teaching by Dawn Casey-Rowe, Social Studies Teacher & Learnist Evangelist See parts 1-4 in this series, PD Sucks. Is Edcamp the Solution?, Pairing Teachers for Better Professional Development, Hacking Your Classroom and Moving The Conversation From Bullying To Climate I got together with a friend yesterday. I knew I would have fun. It’s…
This graphic by teachbytes organizes different ideas for using pinterest in the classroom according to Bloom’s revised taxonomy.
At FREE L.A., these young people get a crucial second chance –– not just to finish their studies but also to improve their communities.
contributed by Jane Healey, Ph.D. and English Teacher I enjoy simple statements over complex formulations and new-fangled jargon. I try to stand by this preference and communicate with students and peers in clear, straightforward comments. Earlier, I wrote about the four words I use to describe research and learning in general: observe, wonder, investigate, and conclude—a…
Class size matters if you believe in active PBL. Class size matters if you allow for student choice & authentic personalization.
Adaptive learning programs can allow educators and students to identify knowledge gaps and tailor instruction and learning accordingly.
Virtual field trips complement traditional classroom settings, and are a great tool for parents and homeschooling groups.
Project Zeitgeist Asks Students, “What Did 2013 Look Like Through Your Eyes?” From a press release– (December 6, 2013 – Arlington, VA) PBS NewsHour Extra is calling on middle and high school students across the country to share their view of the most important events of 2013 in an online digital media contest. The #MyZeitgeist competition…
Like related learning trends, mobile learning is one of the least understood movements in modern education.